ACNT 1311 Intro to Computerized Accounting COURSE SYLLABUS COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: ACNT 1311 Introduction to Computerized Accounting (2-3-3) COURSE (CATALOG) DESCRIPTION: Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting records with primary emphasis on general ledger package. Prerequisite: ACNT 1303 INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION: Delia B. Leal, MAED/AET Campus Office: Building C, #107 Office Phone: (956) 364-4652 E-mail: dbleal@tstc.edu Office Hours for Spring 2013: TBA Online: I will respond to e-mails within 24-48 hours via the Moodle course site. MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS: This course consists of the following units: A. Unit 1: Getting Started with QuickBooks a. Chapter 1: An Interactive Tour of QuickBooks b. Chapter 2: Preparing a Balance Sheet Using QuickBooks c. Chapter 3: Preparing an Income Statement Using QuickBooks d. Chapter 4: Preparing a Statement of Cash Flows using QuickBooks e. Chapter 5: Creating Supporting Reports to Help Make Business Decisions B. Unit 2: Creating a QuickBooks File to Record and Analyze Business Events a. Chapter 6: Setting Up Your Business s Accounting System b. Chapter 7: Cash-Oriented Business Activities c. Chapter 8: Additional Business Activities d. Chapter 9: Adjusting Entries e. Chapter 10 Budgeting f. QuickBooks Project This course has been divided into 2 units with 10 chapters and a final project. In each chapter students will be given a lecture/demonstration and then be expected to perform the assignments. Each assignment will be demonstrated and explained so that students can then attempt it. After each chapter there will be a theory and a performance exam. Each theory and performance exam is based on the information discussed during the lecture, the reading assignments and the lab assignments given.
ACNT 1311 Course Syllabus 2 READING MATERIAL FOR COURSE: All reading will come from the reference book for this course. Reference book information can be found under required text and materials. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Student Learning Outcomes for Introduction to Computerized Accounting At the end of this course, the students will have demonstrated the ability to: a. Utilize an application software to perform accounting tasks b. Maintain records and prepare and analyze reports for a business entity c. Complete a comprehensive project d. Explain the components of general ledger software Student Learning Objectives for Critical Thinking At the end of this course the students will have demonstrated the ability to: a. Identify the essential question, issue, and/or problem. b. Gather data relevant to the essential question, issue, and/or problem. c. Interpret appropriate data effectively. d. Communicate any or all parts of the above process in written or oral form. SCANS COMPETENCIES: Competency Number 3A 3B 3C 3D 7C Competency Statement Acquires and Evaluates Information Organizes and Maintains Information Interprets and Communicates Information Uses Computers to Process Information Problem Solving Instructional/Evaluation Methodology During the semester the student will participate in assignments that will require analysis of accounting procedures and processes in a computerized accounting environment. During the semester the student will use QuickBooks to organize and maintain financial information for use in completing accounting problems in a computerized accounting environment. During the semester the student will use QuickBooks to prepare financial documents that interpret and communicate with shareholders the financial position of an organization. During the semester the student will use a computer and electronic accounting software to complete classroom assignments. During the semester the student will apply problem solving skills to complete accounting problems in a computerized accounting environment. 2
ACNT 1311 Course Syllabus 3 MAJOR COURSE LECTURE, TOPICS DESCRIPTION/REQUIRED/RECOMMENDED READINGS/ELECTRONIC RESOURCES TO VIEW: Tentative Schedule (Subject to change by your instructor.) Week Topic/Lecture/Event Required/Recommended Readings/Electronic Resources to View 1 Course Orientation Introduction to Moodle Moodle Orientation Module on mycourses.tstc.edu Introduction to MyMail Introduction to WebAdvisor Review orientation resources for: mymail.tstc.edu and webadvisor.tstc.edu Unit A: Chapter 1 Unit A: Chapter 1 An Interactive Tour of QuickBooks Resources under Chapter 1 module on 2 Unit A: Chapter 1 Assignments Unit A: Chapter 1 - Theory and Performance Test Unit A: Chapter 2 Unit A: Chapter 1 An Interactive Tour of QuickBooks Resources under Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 modules on 3 Unit A: Chapter 2 Assignments Unit A: Chapter 2 Preparing a Balance Sheet Using QuickBooks Resources under Chapter 2 module on 4 Unit A: Chapter 2 - Theory and Performance Tests Unit A: Chapter 3 Assignments 5 Unit A: Chapter 3 Theory Exam & Unit A: Chapter 4 Assignments 6 Unit A: Chapter 4 Theory Exam & 6 Unit A: Chapter 5 - Assignments Unit A: Chapter 5 Theory Exam & Unit A: Chapter 3 Preparing an Income Statement Using QuickBooks Resources under Chapter 3 module on Unit A: Chapter 4 Preparing a Statement of Cash Flows using QuickBooks Resources under Chapter 4 module on Moodle Unit A: Chapter 4 Preparing a Statement of Cash Flows using QuickBooks Resources under Chapter 4 module on Moodle Unit A: Chapter 5 Creating Supporting Reports to Help make Business Decisions Resources under Chapter 5 module on 7 Unit B: Chapter 6 - Assignments Unit B: Chapter 6 Theory and Unit B: Chapter 6 Setting Up Your Business s Accounting System Resources under Chapter 6 module on 8 1 Unit A: Chapter 7 Assignments Unit B: Chapter 7 Setting Up Your 3
ACNT 1311 Course Syllabus 4 Week Topic/Lecture/Event Required/Recommended Readings/Electronic Resources to View Unit A: Chapter 7 Theory Exam & Business s Accounting System Resources under Chapter 7 module on 9 QuickBooks Project Resources under Chapter 7 module on 10 Unit B: Chapter 8 Assignments Unit B: Chapter 8 Theory and Moodle for Project. Unit B: Chapter 8 Additional Business Activities Resources under Chapter 8 module on 11 Unit B: Chapter 9 Assignments Unit B: Chapter 9 Adjusting Entries Resources under Chapter 9 module on 12 Unit B: Chapter 9 Theory and Unit B: Chapter 10 Unit B: Chapter 10 Budgeting Resources under Chapter 10 module on 13 Unit B Chapter 10 Theory and Resources under Chapter 10 module on 14 QuickBooks Resources under Final Project module on 15 QuickBooks Final Project Resources under Final Project module on REQUIRED TEXT AND MATERIALS: Textbook(s): Using QuickBooks Pro for Accounting 2011, 10 th Edition, 2012, Cengage Learning Glenn Owen ISBN-10: 1111822549 ISBN-13: 9781111822545 Materials: Pen, Pencil, Notebook Paper One, two-pocket folder with clasps Jump/Flash/Pen Drive (External storage device with a minimum memory of 1 GB) 4
ACNT 1311 Course Syllabus 5 GRADING CRITERIA: Assignments/Labs... 20% Quizzes... 15% Theory Exams... 25% s... 25% QuickBooks Projects... 15% GRADING SCALE: 90 100 A 80 89 B 70 79 C 60 69 D 0 59 F PARTICIPATION POLICY: Student participation is defined in the current TSTC Harlingen Campus Catalog and Student Handbook; and is expanded to include: participation in discussions and chats; answering and completing Assignments, Activities, Tests and Quizzes. Additionally, students are expected to read all assigned materials. Your average will be provided by your instructor after each chapter exam. Any other questions concerning your grade, average or progress in coursework will not be discussed during class; you must make an appointment to discuss your progress with your instructor. ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT: If you have a documented disability which will make it difficult for you to carry out classwork as outlined and/or if you need special accommodations due to a disability, please contact (956) 364-4520 or visit the Support Services Office in the Consolidated Student Services Center as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements. CLASS POLICIES: COURSE STRUCTURE This course will be delivered and taught using an (LMS), Moodle, which will allow Web-based course content to be available outside the normal class meeting time. Because we are using Moodle, all students must have the following: Basic e-mail, web skills, and computer skills. Access to a computer with an Internet connection. Your personal active Moodle account. Other forms of communication as indicated by the instructor, such as: Mymail, and Moodle system email. (This is not a full online course! You will be expected to be in class regularly specifically on lecture and test days or you may find that you will not be given access to the online webbased activities, etc. if you have failed to attend class regularly!) All course work will have deadlines; late work will not be accepted after the due dates. (No exceptions!) 5
ACNT 1311 Course Syllabus 6 OFFICE HOURS The instructor will be available during posted office hours for consultation, through e-mail communications and by appointment only. SCHEDULED CLASS MEETINGS This class is to meet in-class as normally scheduled. However, the lab component of this class will allow us to work outside of class extensively and our lab time is reserved as such unless otherwise specified by your instructor. Students are expected to review all course posted announcements in Moodle for any unforeseen changes to our meeting days/times and will be expected to communicate via e- mail with instructor as deemed necessary. On lab days, communications to your instructor can be via e-mail or on-campus during day/timeframe the class is scheduled to meet. Turn-around time for a communication reply will typically be within a 24 hour time period. CLASSROOM PROTOCOL Appropriate classroom behavior is implicit in this classroom. Such behavior is defined and guided by complete protection for the rights of all students and faculty to a courteous, respectful classroom environment. Generally, disruptive behavior in the classroom is any behavior that interferes with the process of learning. In my class it is the right of every student and faculty member to engage in a classroom experience free from disruptive behavior. Disruptive behavior may be viewed on a continuum ranging from the isolated incidents of mildly annoying or irritating behavior to more clearly disruptive, dangerous, and/or violent behavior. What is disruptive to one person might not be disruptive to another, so the final authority on disruptive behavior is the faculty member. Faculty members have the authority to address disruptive behavior in the manner they see fit. Additionally, classroom participants should note that basic human courtesy and respect is an expectation when interacting with faculty members, staff, and other students. DUE DATES Due dates for assignments will be provided by the Instructor, in class and posted on Assignments will not be accepted after the due date, and a grade of zero (0) will result. UNIT/CHAPTER PROJECTS/LABS/QUIZZES Unit chapter projects/labs will be submitted through Moodle before the due date and time. Late work will not be accepted. Quizzes may not be made up; you will receive a grade of zero (0), no exceptions! 6
ACNT 1311 Course Syllabus 7 THEORY AND PERFORMANCE EXAMS/QUIZZES Exams Only excused absences will be allowed to take make-up tests. Excused absences must be communicated to the instructor, and will be at the discretion of the Instructor. Regardless of whether it is an excused or unexcused absence, ten (10) points will automatically be deducted off of each exam. You must make an appointment to take a makeup test; failure to make-up a test will result in a grade of zero (0). Quizzes There are no advanced notices for quizzes and no make-ups. Quizzes are usually timed, and late arrivals must complete the quiz before the designated stop time. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY Intellectual honesty is fundamental to scholarship. Accordingly, the college views plagiarism or cheating of any kind in academic work as among the most serious offenses that a student can commit. Academic dishonesty can result in a grade of F or 0 for the particular test or assignment involved. A student wishing to contest this ruling must do so within one (1) week after return of graded papers. 1) Plagiarism occurs when one presents work which is taken from another person who is not given due credit. a) You are providing information that your reader may use in seeking further knowledge on your topic, or on a subtopic or peripheral topic that you have treated only briefly. b) You are providing a means whereby another person may verify the accuracy of your use of sources. c) Copying files from a student s storage device and submitting your work as original work. LAB RULES Inform your instructor immediately of anything you see in inside and outside of the classroom that presents a danger to people. Some safety tips for the classroom are: 1. Cell phones will be turn OFF or set to vibrate. 2. Always adhere to the classroom policies and rules posted in the classrooms 3. Be careful where you place your book bags and materials. 4. Never pull hard on any computer cables. Alert your instructor to any frayed wires missing insulation to your instructor or lab assistant. 5. Alert your instructor to any broken furniture or chairs that may present a safety problem. 6. Be careful of water on the floors of the building, especially after a rain. 7
ACNT 1311 Course Syllabus 8 7. Do NOT bring any containers filled with liquid and place them near any electrical component. 8. If there is an accident, regardless of the injury, notify your instructor, another instructor, or building staff immediately. 9. In case of any emergencies, follow the instructions of your instructor. COPYRIGHT STATEMENT The materials used in the course [textbooks, handouts, media files (podcast, MP3, Videos, RSS (Feeds), and all instructional resources on the colleges Learning Management System (Moodle)] are intended for use only by students registered and enrolled in this course and are only to be used for instructional use, activities associated with, and for the duration of the course. All materials generated for this course, which includes but are not limited to syllabi, quizzes, exams, lab problems, in-class materials, review sheets, and any additional materials. These materials may not be retained in another medium or disseminated further. They are provided in compliance with the provisions of the Teach Act. These materials may not be reproduced, displayed, modified or distributed without the express prior written permission of the copyright holder or TSTC. For further information contact your instructor. COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR INSTRUCTOR (MyMail E-mail System) All official college E-mail to students is sent through MyMail, the official student e-mail system at TSTC Harlingen. When communicating with instructors and/or employees of the college, you are required to use your TSTC MyMail student e-mail address. If you choose to forward your e-mail to another account, please be advised that you must respond from the MyMail account. SPECIAL NOTES 1. TSTC Harlingen faculty, staff, and students are asked to report all threats, perceived or real, immediately to College Police located in the Auxiliary Building. If the threat is imminent, the College Police emergency phone line at 364-4234 or 9-911 should be called. College Police will then coordinate the proper response in accordance with State and federal laws and TSTC System/College rules and regulations. 2. For tutoring and supplemental instruction schedules, please refer to the Student Success Office Web site: http://www.harlingen.tstc.edu/oss/index.aspx. 3. It is the student s responsibility to withdraw from the course by the published deadline or receive a grade of F. According to TSTC policy, instructors are not allowed to drop students. NOTE: Any changes to this syllabus will be provided in writing to the student and updated on all posted locations (HB 2504, course Moodle sites, building offices, etc.). 8