Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: ACNT-1303- Section: 01
Introduction to Accounting I
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Instructor Information
Instructor Tamalla Jones
E-mailgreentd1@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6381
Office
Location:Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201
Hours:Virtual Office Hours By Appointment
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
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.
Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes PSLO 1: Utilize software to perform accounting tasks.
PSLO 2: Record transactions for all types of accounting transactions applying GAAP (Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles).
PSLO 3: Prepare and analyze accounting reports.
PSLO 4: Define accounting terminology.
PSLO 5: Demonstrate ethical written and verbal skills.
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes PSLO 1: Utilize software to perform accounting tasks.
PSLO 2: Record transactions for all types of accounting transactions applying GAAP (Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles).
PSLO 3: Prepare and analyze accounting reports.
PSLO 4: Define accounting terminology.
PSLO 5: Demonstrate ethical written and verbal skills.
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

College Accounting, by Heintz/Parry 23rd Edition, ISBN: 978-1-337-79478-7. Pocket Calculator, Pencil, loose-leaf paper.
Lecture Topics
Outline
Week 1        Course Introduction, Syllabus Test, and Course Pretest
Chapter 1:    Introduction to Accounting

Week 2        Chapter 1:    Introduction to Accounting

Week 3        Chapter 2:    Analyzing Transactions: The Accounting Equation

Week 4        Chapter 2:    Analyzing Transactions: The Accounting Equation
    
Week 5        Chapter 3:    The Double Entry Framework

Week 6        Chapter 3:    The Double Entry Framework

Week 7        Chapter 4:    Journalizing and Posting Transactions

Week 8        Chapter 4:    Journalizing and Posting Transactions

Week 9        Chapter 5:    Adjusting Entries and the Worksheet

Week 10     Chapter 5:    Adjusting Entries and the Worksheet

Week 11     Chapter 6:    Financial Statements and the Closing Process

Week 12     Chapter 6:    Financial Statements and the Closing Process

Week 13     Chapter 7:    Accounting for Cash

Week 14     Chapter 7:    Accounting for Cash

Week 15     Review:    Review

Week 16     Final         




Major Assignments
Schedule
Week 1        Course Introduction, Syllabus Test, and Course Pretest
Chapter 1:    Introduction to Accounting

Week 2        Chapter 1:    Introduction to Accounting

Week 3        Chapter 2:    Analyzing Transactions: The Accounting Equation

Week 4        Chapter 2:    Analyzing Transactions: The Accounting Equation
    (Monday Sept. 13, 2021 Exam 1 Chapters 1-2, Available to Students at 12:00 am)

Week 5        Chapter 3:    The Double Entry Framework
(Monday Sept. 20, 2021 Exam 1 Chapters 1-2, Due at 11:59 pm)

Week 6        Chapter 3:    The Double Entry Framework

Week 7        Chapter 4:    Journalizing and Posting Transactions

Week 8        Chapter 4:    Journalizing and Posting Transactions
(Monday Oct. 11, 2021 Exam 2 Chapters 3-4, Available to Students at 12:00 am)

Week 9        Chapter 5:    Adjusting Entries and the Worksheet
(Monday Oct. 18, 2021 Exam 2 Chapters 3-4, Due at 11:59 pm)

Week 10     Chapter 5:    Adjusting Entries and the Worksheet

Week 11     Chapter 6:    Financial Statements and the Closing Process

Week 12     Chapter 6:    Financial Statements and the Closing Process
(Monday Nov. 08, 2021 Exam 3 Chapter 5, Available to Students at 12:00 am)

Week 13     Chapter 7:    Accounting for Cash
(Monday Nov. 15, 2021 Exam 3 Chapter 5, Due at 11:59 pm)

Week 14     Chapter 7:    Accounting for Cash

Week 15     Review:    Review
(Monday Nov. 29, 2021 Final Exam Chapters 6-7, Available to Students at 12:00 am)

Week 16     Final         (Monday Dec. 06, 2021 Final Exam Chapters 6-7, Due at 11:59 pm)




Final Exam Date December 8, 2021 - 8:0 AM   Through  December 8, 2021 - 10:0 AM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
Test     60%    
Homework     20%    
Quizzes     20%    
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
Attendance Policy Poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment. With this factor in mind, the instructor monitors student attendance daily. In addition, attendance on a regular basis is necessary for proper skill development.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
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Other
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department
Business and Industrial Technology
Chair:Sheila Guillot
E-mail:guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381

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