Introduction to Accounting I Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016

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Students who wish to withdraw from a class must:

• consult with their instructor to obtain a signed academic withdrawal request form to submit to the AskAC department for processing
• consult with the financial aid office if receiving financial aid
• consult with the Veterans Benefit Coordinator if receiving veteran benefits
• consult with their academic advisor to determine how withdrawing may affect their enrollment in future semesters
  • NOTE:  The Texas Education Code stipulates that students attending Texas institutions of higher education for the first time fall 2007 and later may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career, including courses from which transfer students have withdrawn at other Texas institutions of higher education. (Senate Bill 1231) Rule 4.10.

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Course

ACNT-1303-001 Introduction to Accounting I

Prerequisites

Course Description

A study of analyzing, classifying and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. Emphasis on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank reconciliations and payroll.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

College Accounting (Chapters 1-12), 5th Edition, Paradigm Publishing
ISBN:  978-0-76383-495-1

College Accounting (Chapters 1-12) Study Guide & Working Papers, 5th Edition, Paradigm Publishing
ISBN:  978-0-76383-491-3

Supplies

1. Short Ruler
2. Calculator
3. Mechanical Pencils
4. Spiral Notebook
5. Stick Eraser

Student Performance

By the end of the semester, the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all of the learning outcomes with a competency level based on the completion of required examinations administered under the supervision of the instructor and evaluated according to the instructor’s grading scale.

Student outcomes include the ability to:

1. Define accounting terminology.
2. Analyze and record business transactions in a manual and computerized environment.
3. Complete the accounting cycle.
4. Prepare financial statements.
5. Apply accounting concepts related to cash and payroll.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Grading Criteria

Course grades will be assigned based upon the following criteria:

• >89.5 = A
• >79.5 = B
• >69.5 = C
• >59.5 = D
• <59.5 = F

Student evaluation is based upon the following criteria and weights:

• Attendance – 10%
• Homework Assignments – 20%   
• Quizzes – 20%
• Major Exams (5) – 50%

Attendance

Calendar

Additional Information

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
January 16                              Martin Luther King Holiday – AC Closed
January 17                              Spring Semester Begins
February 1                              Census Day: Last Day to Drop Course for Full Refund
March 11 – March 19              Spring Break – No Class Meetings
March 16 – March 19              Spring Break – AC Closed
April 10                                   Summer/Fall Registration Begins
April 14 – April 16                   Easter Holiday – AC Closed
April 21                                   Last Day to Withdraw from Course
May 11                                    Last Day of Course (all work due by 5pm)
May 12 @ 7pm                       Commencement at Civic Center

• Advocacy & Resource Center at Amarillo College: Resources for social services or emergency services for students are available at - http://www.actx.edu/resources/.  If a situation arises that interferes with your performance in the class, please notify your instructor and be sure to take advantage of the many resources available through the Advocacy & Resource Center.
• Open Computer Labs: The Business Systems and Emerging Technology Department hosts an open computer lab on the 2nd Floor of the Byrd Business Building. Labs are open 7 days a week.  Assistance with this course and/or technical assistance are available in the computer labs.
• CIS Web Site: http://cis.actx.edu
• Direct link to AC Connect portal and courses as well as your AC Connect email- https://acconnect.actx.edu/. You will log in with the same ID and password you use for WebAdvisor.  Contact AskAC (806-371-5000) for help if you have trouble with your log in.
• AskAC -  http://www.actx.edu/contact/-   Please contact AskAC for technical help. Contact your instructor for help with this class. 
• Student Help Center -  http://www.actx.edu/ctl/index.php?module=article&id=178-   Offers technical help to AC students 
• Writers' Corner: If you feel you need help organizing and writing course work, check this out. Writers’ Corner: Tutoring with Pizzazz - http://www.actx.edu/english/index.php?module=article&id=36. Writers' Corner is a great resource for help with writing papers and assignments. They can't help you with the content of your work, but they can help you write your work in the proper format.
• AC Distance Education Home Page -  http://www.actx.edu/de/-   Information on requirements and taking an online course. 

• Mental Health Services and the Advocacy & Resource Center. As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student’s ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5191.  The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/.  Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is www.actx.edu/arc

• Learn about using AC Connect (Blackboard) and using features of our course by reviewing the following tutorials:
  • Blackboard On Demand Learning Center for Students– http://ondemand.blackboard.com/students.htm
  • AC Connect Student Resources- http://www.actx.edu/ctl/index.php?module=article&id=222