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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings. Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.
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Course Title:
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Introduction to Computerized Accounting
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Course Prefix & Number:
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ACNT 1311
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Section Number:
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341
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Term Code:
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Spring 2017
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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32
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Lab Hours:
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32
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
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Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting records with primary emphasis on a general ledger package.
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Course Prerequisite(s):
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Recommended: ACNT1303 or equivalent
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Course Type:
- Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)
- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
- WECM Course
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Name of Instructor:
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Mandy Dulock
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Campus/Office Location:
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by appointment
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Telephone Number:
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E-mail Address:
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mdulock@nctc.edu
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Name of Chair/Coordinator:
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Doug Akins
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Office Location:
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Corinth 207-A
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6261
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E-mail Address:
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dakins@nctc.edu
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REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
Textbook: QuickBooks 2013 – A Complete Course by Horne, Janet. Prentice Hall.
- Required Software:QuickBooks2013 (Trial Version Included with Book)
COURSE REQUIREMENTS, EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Points Values
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3
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Discussions
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10%
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9
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Chapter Questions
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10%
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9
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Chapter Quizzes
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10%
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9
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Chapter Exercises
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25%
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2
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Projects
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25%
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3
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Exams
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20%
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GRADING SCALE
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90-100%
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60-69%
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D
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80-89%
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B
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Below 60%
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F
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70-79%
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C
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INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS
A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.
Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.
Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.
Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development as a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education.
PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.
DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT
The purpose of the Business Management Department is to provide certificate and degree options in business management that will allow students to enter and advance in the workforce or enter four-year institution to pursue a higher degree.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Utilize application software to perform accounting tasks.
- Maintain records and prepare and analyze reports for a business entity.
- Explain the components of general ledger software.
- Create accounts, set preferences, and find transactions.
- Prepare journal entries and adjusting entries.
- Manage customer accounts and jobs.
- Record and correct customer payments and credits.
- Record, print and correct purchase orders, and process vendor bills.
- Manage vendor accounts, including charges and payments made.
- Record adjusting entries and reconcile bank statements.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Information for this course will be communicated via Canvas. That is the best way to contact me. Please do not hesitate to ask questions, I am here to help you!
- Assignments will not be accepted late.
- No make-up exams will be given.
- Accounting is a subject that builds. Students who do not understand Chapters 1 and 2 will be lost when the class moves to Chapters 3 and 4. Students who do not understand a chapter should get help right away!
- Any information regarding this course is subject to change at my discretion.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION
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Topic
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General Description of Subject Matter
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Chapter 1 - Introduction to QuickBooks® 2013 and Company Files
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General information regarding QuickBooks. A company file is opened and closed. An Account name is changed.
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Chapter 2: Sales and Receivables: Service Business
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Set up cash and credit sales for a service business. Customer accounts are added and adjusted. Report functions are explained.
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Chapter 3: Payable and Purchases: Service Business
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Bills are paid and documented. Checks are written. Accounts are added. Vendor Reports are explained and prepared.
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Chapter 4: General Accounting and End-of-Period Procedures: Service Business
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End-of-period adjustments are made and back reconciliations are completed.
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Chapter 5: Sales and Receivables: Merchandising Business
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Cash, bank charge card, and credit sales are prepared for a retail business with sales receipts and invoices. Reports for information and decision-making are explained.
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Chapter 6: Payables and Purchase: Merchandising Business
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Purchase orders are prepared and completed. Bills are processed. Vendors, inventory items, and accounts are added. Various Merchandising reports are prepared.
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Chapter 7: General Accounting and End-of-Period Procedures: Merchandising Business
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End-of-period adjustments are made. Backup of program was completed and adjustment entries are made. New accounts are created. Accrual-basis and cash-basis accounting was discussed.
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Chapter 8: Payroll
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Paychecks are prepared. Change to employee information is made and new employee is added. Payroll reports are viewed and/or printed.
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Chapter 9: Creating a Company in QuickBooks
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Create a company. Chart of accounts and General Ledger are customized.
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Student Rights & Responsibilities
NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog.
Scholastic Integrity
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Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies. Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. See the Student Handbook for more information.
Disability Services (OSD)
The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
Support Services
Counseling and Testing staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration), and much more. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting.aspx
Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, free 24/7 online tutoring through Grade Results and assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students. First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized support services. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices.aspx
Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information. http://www.nctc.edu/FInancialAidHome.aspx
Early Alert/CARES
The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Counseling and Testing advisor or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully.
The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu. As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.