Introduction to Computerized Accounting 1311

 
Introduction to Computer Acctounting  1311

 

 

 

 

Professor/Instructor                           David Loper                        Phone 903-675-6373

Office:        111T                             Hours: As posted               E-mail:  dloper@tvcc.edu

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Prerequisite:  ACNT 1303 or Accounting 2401 or Instructor Approval

A study of the basic fundamental principles of accounting using the microcomputer to solve accounting problems.   Emphasis is on the closing entries to the ledger , post-closing trial balance, depreciation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and bank reconciliation.  Comprehensive accounting problems and or a comprehensive practice set will conclude the course.

 

TEXTBOOK, SUPPLIES AND OTHER RESOURCES:

REQUIRED TEXT:   Integrated Accounting for Windows, 4th Edition, by Klooster and Allen, Southwestern Publishing Company, Dallas, Texas.

 

COURSE GOALS:

 

1.  To develop marketable skills in Accounting and related clerical activities.

2.  To acquire an understanding of Accounting principles and terminology.

3.  To develop desirable work habits and attitudes needed for success in business.

4.  To understand how the basic principles of Accounting may be applied to personal  and business use activities.

5.  To contribute to general education an understanding of common economic concepts and the language of

     business. 

6.  To appreciate the opportunities business offers in a free enterprise system.

 

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL STUDENTS:

 

Complete all assigned readings and related homework.  Come to class prepared .   Bring appropriate and prescribed materials to class.  Perform at a 60% level or above on all tests.  Come to class all the time and on time.  Papers may be hand written if legible. Students are expected to demonstrate a mature attitude toward the subject matter and participate enthusiastically in class.  The specific performance objectives for this course are listed at the beginning of each chapter in the text.  These objectives state what is expected, in terms of student performance, for the material being studied.

 

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:

 

 1.  Lecture presentation of principal points in the units being studied.

 2.  Questions by students and instructor

 3.  Discussion of relevant materials and ideas.

 4.  Review of chapter material by short practical problems solved during class.

 5.  Assigned problems are worked under teacher supervision.

 6.  Individual help and attention is given to each student when needed.

 7.  Evaluation of student solutions individually.

 8. Overhead projector use in presentation of exercised, relevant material, assigned  and supplemental

      material.

 9. It should be advised that each should acquire a hand-held calculator capable of doing addition,

     subtraction, multiplication, and  division of up to eight digits.   

10. Occasionally guest speakers will be invited to present relevant ideas and topics.

 

EVALUATION/GRADING/ASSESSMENT POLICIES:

 

Your final grade for this course will be based on the following factors:

(1) Major test; (2) Workbook assignments; (3) Exercises; (4) Final Examination; (5) Internet Assignments

 

    (1) Major tests:  Several major tests will be given.  Most tests will be given in two parts.  One part is given during the lecture and one part is given during the lab.  If you can complete both parts during one period this is fine.  The tests will composed of Accounting terminology and preparation and completion of various accounting problems.  Hand-held calculators may be used on the tests and for the solutions of workbook problems and exercises. 

 

    (2) Workbook problems:  You will be assigned selected problems for each chapter to work and turn in.  A due date will be announced, and the completed problems will be due at the end of the lab period on that day.  Workbook problems will be accepted one class period after the test unless otherwise stated.

 

    (3)  Exercises:  Selected exercises from the book will be selected.  These are optional for you to work and must be completed on notebook paper.

 

    (4)  Final Examination:  The final exam will not be comprehensive as such.  It will be given on the material we are covering at the time of the end of the semester,  which is usually chapter 24.  There will be not make-up for the final exam.  If you miss it, it will be counted as "O".  The final exam will be given as shown on the final exam schedule.  The only exception will be if you provide me a signed letter from Dr. Huffstutler authorizing me to give your final exam at a time other that the regular scheduled time.   

 

Several major tests, including the final examination, will be administered.  The score on each test will be added together and divided by the total number of tests administered.  The result of the division will be the final average for the semester.  Other factors that have a positive influence on the grade will be attendance and attitude toward the course, response to questions and discussion, and promptness and degree of accuracy in preparing assigned problems.   In addition 2 (2) points will be added to the final average for completion of the assigned problems in the workbook and internet assignments.

 

MAKE-UP POLICY:

 

Students will be allowed to take ONE make-up test during the entire semester.  Students will be allowed to choose the test they would like to make-up.  This make-up test grade will be used to replace a low test score or to replace a "O" score received on a test missed.  Make-up test scores may not be substituted for the score on the FINAL exam.

 

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:

 

All students are expected to :Complete all lessons.  Attain specific competencies as indicated on the course outline and schedule.  Do all assigned readings and related homework.  Come to class prepared..  Bring appropriate study materials to class.  Perform at the 60% or above level on all tests and assignments...  Come to class and be on time.  Papers may be hand written if legible.

 

 

ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOR:

 

Attendance policy is summarized as follows:  Class attendance is mandatory   Regular class attendance is essential for successful completion of the course and the earning of credit.  Class attendance will be recorded daily.  Class attendance will become a part of each student's permanent record.  Excessive absences are explained in the TVCC Catalog.  Instructors may drop students for excessive absences.  Students are expected to be in class on time. Excessive or frequent tardiness will cause the course grade to decrease.  All students are considered mature individuals by the faculty and staff.  Students will be required to conduct themselves with utmost consideration of the rights and property of others.  Any behavior on the part of a student that interrupts or impedes quality instruction shall not be permitted.  Unrelated talking and other chatter in class will not be tolerated.  Monopolizing class discussions to the detriment of other student's rights to enter into class discussion will not be tolerated.  It is expected that each student will respect the rights and opinions of other students.  Inappropriate behavior which continues after the instructor's reprimand will be dealt with by administration.  If an instructor deems an article of clothing unsafe or otherwise improper, the student will be dismissed to go home and change.  Radios, tapes, cell phones, pagers, CD players,  and other audio or video equipment are not permitted in the classroom at any time.  Horseplay will not be tolerated in the classroom or lab areas.  Obscene and profane language will not be tolerated.  Food and drink may not be taken into the labs or classrooms.  Smoking is not permitted in any building on the campus.  No weapons are allowed on school property.

 

OTHER INFORMATION:

 

No children and only approved guests are allowed to visit the class.

 

 

 

 

 

Accounting  1311  Introduction to Computerized Accounting  

 

 

Please complete the A and B Problems in each chapter listed below for you homework assignment.  The sample problems should be worked for the benefit of learning how to use the computer when solving and completing the accounting problems.  The problems and the completion dates are as follows:

 

Chapter 1                                        Problems A and B                        

Chapter 2                                        Problems A and B                        

 

Chapter 3                                        Problems A and B                        

Chapter 4                                        Problems A and B                        

 

Chapter 5                                        Problems A and B                        

Chapter 6                                        Problems A and B                        

 

Chapter 7                                        Problems A and B                        

Chapter 8                                        Problems A and B                        

 

Chapter 9                                        Problems A and B                        

Chapter 10                                                         Problems A and B                        

 

Chapter 11                                                         Problems A and B                        

Chapter 12                                                         Problems A and B                        

 

The dates listed on the calendar  are tentative dates of completion.  However you should conform to the calendar as close to the dates as possible.

 

Please complete the Comprehensive  1 & 2 Problems also.

 

The optional activities do not have to be completed for credit.

The Internet Activities do not have to be completed for credit.

The audit questions you may complete for your own benefit.

 

Please print all of the major components of each problem.  Do not print checks and long listings of accounts and their balances.  Print all of the other parts of the problems.

 

Please request a test from my office at the intervals shown on the calendar.  Please use the internet or telephone to request the test, and I will send you a copy of the test by an attachment.  The test will need to be mailed back to me soon after completion.

 

A manual for you to check your answers is on reserve in the Terrell Library, please check with Mrs. Thompson for the manual,  after you have checked you answers, correct your problems and  please send me your corrected and uncorrected work , you can mail it to me or if you can leave it so that Mrs. Gann can bring it to me, she comes to this campus three times a week (MWF).  If you prefer to mail it my address is Trinity Valley Community College, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, Texas 75751.  We will not return your work to you, but we will sent you an email as to what the grade is.

 

If you have any question or need to contact me, please feel free to call or email me. My telephone number is 903-675-6373.

 

Please let me know if you receive this e-mail.

dloper@tvcc.edu

903-675-6373

Thanks,

David Loper