Fall 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: ACNT-1311 (Section: 1H, CRN: 92201)
Introduction to Computerized Accounting
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Instructor Information
Instructor Kellie Buckner
Email bucknerkc@lamarpa.edu
Phone 4099846418
Office Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201B
Office Hours  None By Appointment only
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting records with primary emphasis on a general ledger package.
Required 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.

QuickBooks Online for Accounting 7E
ISBN # 978-0-357-90118-2 by Glenn Owen7th Edition
Copyright 2024 and Blackboard Access
Additional Materials/Resources None
Corequisites/Prerequisites
  • ACCT-2301 Principles of Financial Accounting
  • ACCT-2301 Principles of Financial Accounting I
  • ACNT-1303 Introduction to Accounting I
Learning Outcomes Utilize an application software to perform accounting tasks; maintain records; prepare reports; analyze reports for a business entity; complete a comprehensive project; and explain the components of general ledger software.
Program Student Learning Outcomes 1. Utilize software to perform accounting tasks.
2. Record transactions for all types of accounting transactions applying GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
3. Prepare and analyze accounting reports.
4. Define accounting terminology.
5. Demonstrate ethical written and verbal skills.
Lecture Topics Outline Chapter 1: An Introduction to QuickBooks Online Using the Sample Company
Chapter 2: An Overview of QuickBooks Online
Chapter 3: Setting up a New Company: Establishing a Chart of Accounts, Beginning Balances, Customers, Vendors, and Products/Services
Chapter 4: Recording Operating Activities: Sales and Cash Receipts
Chapter 5: Recording Operating Activities: Purchases and Cash Payments
Chapter 6: Recording Investing and Financing Activities
Chapter 7: Payroll
Chapter 8: Establishing Budgets and Preparing Bank Reconciliations
Chapter 9: Analysis and Recording of Adjusting Entries
Chapter 10: Preparing Financial Statements and Reports
Major Assignments Schedule Week 1: Introduction / Chapter 1: An Introduction to QuickBooks Online Using the Sample Company
Week 2: Chapter 2: An Overview of QuickBooks Online
Week 3: Chapter 2: An Overview of QuickBooks Online / Chapter 3: Setting up a New Company: Establishing a Chart of Accounts, Beginning Balances, Customers, Vendors, and Products/Services
Week 4: Chapter 3: Setting up a New Company: Establishing a Chart of Accounts, Beginning Balances, Customers, Vendors, and Products/Services / Review for Exam #1 Chapters 1-3
Week 5: Exam #1 Chapters 1-3 Monday, September 25, 2023 / Chapter 4: Recording Operating Activities: Sales and Cash Receipts
Week 6: Chapter 4: Recording Operating Activities: Sales and Cash Receipts / Recording Operating Activities: Purchases and Cash Payments
Week 7: Chapter 5: Recording Operating Activities: Purchases and Cash Payments /Chapter 6: Recording Investing and Financing Activities
Week 8: Chapter 6: Recording Investing and Financing Activities / Review for Exam #2 Chapters 4-6
Week 9: Exam #2 Chapters 4-6 Monday, October 23, 2023 / Chapter 7: Payroll
Week 10: Chapter 7: Payroll / Chapter 8: Establishing Budgets and Preparing Bank Reconciliations
Week 11: Chapter 8: Establishing Budgets and Preparing Bank Reconciliations / Review for Exam #3 Chapters 7-8
Week 12: Exam #3 Chapters 7-8 Monday, November 13, 2023 / Chapter 9: Analysis and Recording of Adjusting Entries
Week 13: Chapter 9: Analysis and Recording of Adjusting Entries / Chapter 10: Preparing Financial Statements and Reports
Week 14: Chapter 10: Preparing Financial Statements and Reports
Week 15: Review for Exam #4 Chapters 9-10 / Exam #4 Chapters 9-10 Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Week 16:
Review for Final Exam Chapters 1-10 / Final Exam Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Final Exam Date December 13, 2023 - 12:0 PM   Through  December 13, 2023 - 12:50 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
Test - 50%, Quizzes - 15%, Projects - 15%, Final Exam - 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Weekly Homework: Blackboard Ultra
1. Work problems given in Blackboard
2. Watch any videos assigned
3. Study Key Terms 

Classroom:
1. Go over homework and answer questions. 
2. Quiz if scheduled
3. Lecture

Exams: 
All exams will be administered on testing day.  If student fails to show up for the exam, student's final will take the place of grade. 
Exams will consist of multiple-choice questions, true or false, and/or a tax problem.  
All exams must be completed with-in the normal class period. 

Make-up or Late Homework and Quizzes:
There will be NO make-up or late homework allowed. Your grade will be a zero if you fail to meet the deadline. 

Books:
Every student must have a copy of the required textbook or E-book as soon as the bookstore has it available or 2nd week.

Failure to follow instructions (written or oral) will result in penalties.

Students should keep a record of their own grades and average. Instructors will not average grades for students.

Dishonest/Cheating:
Any student caught cheating or lending their work to another student, will result in a zero for both students.  Second incidence will result in a "F" for the course. 

It is student's responsibility to check their email and blackboard ultra for any updates to class schedules or class work. 

Blackboard Issues:
Any log in, passwords, or software problems needs to be resolved by the IT department.  Please inform your instructor of any delays resulting for IT problems that can't be solved by class work deadlines.

Cell Phones in Class:
All cell phones are to be placed on silent, not vibrate.  If you must take or make a call, please collect your items and leave the classroom. You will not be permitted back into class.  NO texting is allowed in class.  
During exams, all cell phones are to be placed on silent and out of sight.  Any phone within view will be taken up and will be given back to student when student finishes their test. Second incident will result in a penalty of 10 points taken off of the test.  
Attendance Policy When a student finishes an exam, student is to turn in paper and leave the classroom as quietly as possible. 

In addition, if student is late for class and the classroom is door closed, student is absent for the class. No student is to interrupt class because they are tardy, unless student has notified instructor before class and reason for tardiness is agreed acceptable by instructor.
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Institutional Policies
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Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
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Grievance / Complaint / Concern If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information
Business and Industrial Technology
Chair:Sheila Guillot
Email:guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381