Hi! I am looking forward to working with you this semester.
Please contact me by email (lkenney@actx.edu), through Messages in Blackboard, or via text (806.680.4348) if you would like to schedule a day and time to meet in person or Zoom online to get your questions answered or to receive additional guidance on course concepts. Flexibility in scheduling is available, so do not hesitate to ask for what works for you.
If you want to stop by, I will be in my office at these designated times:
Mondays: 10:30am - 11:30am
Thursdays 11:30am - 12:30pm
Know two things:
Good luck this semester!!
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ACNT-1303-001 Introduction to Accounting I
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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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)
Hybrid
BUNDLE: Accounting Basics (by Eric A. Weinstein)
includes a printed textbook (224 pages) and eLab online learning system access (from Labyrinth Learning) for completing weekly quizzes
$60 @ AC Bookstore
ISBN: 1591366925
Notebook/paper and pencils/pens for note-taking and in-class assignments
Calculator (simple, inexpensive, dollar-store type). You will not be able to use your cell phone or an online calculator during in-class quizzes/exams.
Access to a computer with webcam and high-speed internet connection. This technology is used to complete online quizzes, to access and upload Blackboard assignments, and to attend help sessions via Zoom. Computer labs are available on the Amarillo College campuses if you need internet access, a webcam, or a computer.
Access to a printer to print, or ability to come to campus to pick up, learning materials, assignments, and exam materials.
Accounting is the process of recording, summarizing, analyzing, and interpreting the financial transactions of a business.
The objective of the accounting process is to understand the impact of prior and existing business management decisions, as well as to make informed judgments and decisions regarding future activities.
The purpose of our course is to introduce you to the fundamental principles of accounting. The skills and knowledge acquired in the course can be applied across many different industries and utilized at many different levels in an organization.
The expected outcomes for the course include the ability to:
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Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work. Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may receive a 0 on an assignment; may be excluded from class with a grade of F; or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College. The Faculty of the Business Technology Program reserve the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test or assignment by reproducing any specific section or the entire test/assignment in question. Any action that compromises the computer systems at Amarillo College, including but not limited to hacking or cracking, can result in a grade of "F" in this course and possible further disciplinary action. |
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Grade Calculations
Course grades will be assigned based upon the following criteria:
Grades scored between
89.5% and 100% = A
79.5% and less than 89.5% = B
69.5% and less than 79.5% = C
59.5% and less than 69.5% = D
0% and less than 59.5% = F
Student evaluation is based upon the following assignments and assignment weights:
Attendance (16 class sessions) - 5%
Homework (7 assignments) - 25%
Chapter Quizzes (7 quizzes) - 10%
What's Wrong? (7 group assignments) - 5%
Chapter Review (7 group assignments) - 5%
Midterm Exam - 25%
Final Exam - 25%
Assignment Checklist
An assignment checklist is posted in the Blackboard course identifying when each chapter is covered, when assignments are due, and when the midterm and final exams will be administered.
Please take a few minutes and record all due dates on your calendar.
Late Penalty
A 10% penalty will be applied to all late work. For example, if a homework assigned would have earned a grade of 93, but is turned in late, the grade reported will be an 83.7 (93.0 – 9.3 = 83.7).
Attendance
Attendance will be taken at each class session. If you arrive after attendance has been taken, please ensure you have been counted as present before you leave for the evening. Attendance will be taken for 16 class sessions, worth 100 points each, for a weighted percentage of 5% of your final course grade.
Homework Assignments
Homework assignments provide an opportunity to learn and practice basic accounting principles. Homework tasks are problem-solving in nature and will be completed in pencil, on worksheets provided by the instructor. There are 7 homework assignments, each worth 100 points, for a weighted percentage of 25% of your final course grade.
Chapter Quizzes
At the end of each week, you will complete a 20-35 question multiple-choice quiz on chapter concepts and terminology, as well as the standard processes for analyzing business transactions. There are a total of 7 quizzes, worth 100 points each, for a weighted percentage of 10% of your final course grade. Chapter Quizzes are completed in the eLab learning system.
What's Wrong?
During one class session each week, students will examine analyzed transactions, identifying and correcting mistakes, working in pairs or small groups. Collaboration is encouraged, because it provides opportunity to work through your understanding and fill in knowledge gaps. A total of 7 "what's wrong" in-class assignments will be completed, at 100 points each, worth 5% of your final course grade. If class is missed you may still download and complete the problems independently; however, this submission is only eligible for 75 points out of 100. What's Wrong assignments are preferably completed in class, because of the value of collaboration with others.
Chapter Review
During one class session each week, students will review prior concepts, working in pairs or small groups. Collaboration is encouraged, because it provides opportunity to work through your understanding and fill in knowledge gaps. A total of 7 in-class "chapter review" assignments will be completed, at 100 points each, worth 5% of your final course grade. If class is missed you may still download and complete the problems independently; however, this submission is only eligible for 75 points out of 100. Chapter Review assignments are preferably completed in class, because of the value of collaboration with others.
Midterm Exam
A midterm exam will be administered in Week 4 of the course. The midterm exam is a paper and pencil exam and problem-solving in nature, where students will be required to provide definitions, analyze business transactions, and prepare financial statements on provided worksheets. A hand-held calculator is required to complete the midterm--phone or computer apps will not be permitted. The midterm exam will be completed in class, in a proctored environment. The midterm exam is worth 100 points, for a weighted percentage of 25% of your final course grade.
Final Exam
A final exam will be administered in Week 8 of the course. The final exam is a comprehensive paper and pencil exam and problem-solving in nature, where students will be required to provide definitions, analyze business transactions, prepare payroll, and prepare financial statements on provided worksheets. A hand-held calculator is required to complete the final exam--phone or computer apps will not be permitted. The final exam will be completed in class, in a proctored environment. The final exam is worth 100 points, for a weighted percentage of 25% of your final course grade.
All Week 1 assignments must be completed by Monday 1/23 @ 10pm, in order to be considered PRESENT in the course. Failure to complete all assignments by this date may lead to an administrative drop from the course.
Check your email daily. The email address used by your instructor is the @amarillocollege.com email address issued to each AC student. Your instructor will communicate important course updates, guidance, and hints via email.
Establish the habit of reading/reviewing the textbook chapter(s) BEFORE you come to class on Monday each week. You don't have to know the material or fully understand what you have read, but you will be laying an important foundation. When we review the material in class, it will make more sense and both the in-class assignment and your homework will progress more efficiently. Promise!!
Complete assignments by the scheduled date/time. The more effort you put into keeping on top of the assignments, the more you will learn, the more you will enjoy the course, and the more likely the workload will not feel burdensome.
Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class period. If you arrive late, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have been counted as present--before you leave class that evening. Excessive absence or lack of participation may result in failure of the course.
Students should plan on spending a minimum of 6-10 hours per week on this course--outside of the classroom. Actual amounts will vary depending on weekly assignments and topic complexity.
Your instructor, Lynne Kenney, may be contacted by email through the course in Blackboard. If Blackboard is not available, please email lkenney@actx.edu. You may also utilize the Remind app to reach out to your instructor.
Emails are typically answered within 24 hours. If you do not receive a response within that timeframe, please resend your message as a reminder.
The outline below represents a planned schedule for the course. Actual dates are subject to change. Please check your email daily for course updates from your instructor.
Week 1: January 17 - January 22
Week 2: January 23 - January 29
Week 3: January 30 - February 5
Week 4: February 6 - February 12
Week 5: February 13 - February 19
Week 6: February 20 - February 26
Week 7: February 27 - March 5
Week 8: March 6 - March 9
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
January 16: Martin Luther King Holiday (AC Closed)
January 17: Spring 1 classes begin
January 24: Census Day (Administrative Drop for Non-Attendance)
February 28: Last Day to Withdraw
March 9: Last Day of Course
March 10-March 19: Spring Break @ Amarillo College (limited services)
March 24: Spring 2 classes begin
12/15/22 12:28 PM
01/13/23 11:11 AM