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ACCOUNTING 1A - Distance LearningWinter 2012
ACCT 001A-63Z call # 30459
The primary objective of this course is to help students learn how accounting meets the information needs of various users by developing and communicating information that is used in decision-making. Accordingly, the expected student outcome is the demonstration that the student can read, analyze and interpret external financial statements.
Strategic Learning Outcomes for this class:
Demonstrate a knowledge of double entry accounting for business transactions and adjustments and prepare, explain and analyze financial statements using GAAP.
Analyze fundamental business concepts, how businesses operate, how accounting serves them and identify ethical issues in an accounting context.
This class uses the Cengage Website.
log-in page:
http://academic.cengage.com/login
go to "Students Register Here" and enter access code from front of your text
Course Number for DLC
E-2GPQ3A2PDW8YE
The class uses the DeAnza Catalyst system for the midterm exam, the web discussions and the comprehensive problems before the midterm and final exam. The website address is:
https://catalyst.deanza.edu.
Make sure you log onto Catalyst and complete the orientation as soon as possible, otherwise you can lose your space in the class.
If you have not used Catalyst before, directions on logging on are shown later in this syllabus.
Purchase the book and Cengage code from the DeAnza Bookstore or directly from Cengage Publishers.
In registering for this course there are certain requirements that must be met in order to complete it successfully.
First, by completing the orientation you pledge that all work done in the course is your own.
Second, you recognize and fully accept, that there is a required, ON CAMPUS FINAL EXAM THAT MUST BE TAKEN ON THE SCHEDULED TIME AND DATE, WITHOUT EXCEPTION. The exam is comprehensive, closed book, no notes, calculator okay - similar to the homework you have done and the problems reviewed in the video reviews.
De Anza College Distance Learning Center LC-107
Faxes 408 864-8245
http://www.deanza.edu/distance/
Service Hours: M-Th, 8:30 AM-6:00 PM; Fri/Sat/Sun: Closed
** Wait Listed Students:
When enrolled students drop BEFORE final rosters are printed (Wednesday before classes begin), wait-listed students automatically move into enrolled seats - an email is sent to the enrolled student letting them know of their "new" status and to pay their fees within five days if they want to officially maintain their enrolled status.
To view/monitor what the current enrollment looks like for the upcoming quarter/session, and/or registration info, please go to: https://registration.fhda.edu/prod/web/default.jsp
If the class is currently full and you are not on the Wait-List, getting on the Wait-List (through the registration process) will be the only chance of getting in.
If the class is not full, then students will be given an add code on the Thursday (or earlier) of the first week based on their spot on the wait list. Those wishing to add must e-mail the instructor after the first day of class and before 8 AM on the first Thursday of the term. I will e-mail add codes to the students who have e-mailed me and are the highest on the wait list based on the space available in the course.
DESCRIPTION
ACCT 1A Financial Accounting 1 will be offered by yours truly via the web. The course will have two exams (open book, notes for the midterm and an ON CAMPUS FINAL - CLOSED BOOK, NO NOTES), homework from each chapter, some web research and discussion. There is be a video component that can be webstreamed on your computer. You will be responsible for watching the videos, doing the homework, getting on the web, and taking the tests twice during the term (one online exam and one on-campus exam).
REQUIREMENTS
Be prepared to spend a minimum of 12 hours per week (24 in summer) using and studying course materials.
1. Complete the Online Orientation and submit the Student Information Form and the orientation in Catalyst (there is a hotlink to Catalyst later in this syllabus) by 12 noon on Thursday 9/29. (Online Orientation may be found at: http://distance.deanza.edu/). Pre-registered students who do not complete the online orientations by the deadline will be dropped to make room for students on the waitlist.
2. Subscribe to the class listserv (optional).
3. View the 2-3 video webstream programs per chapter.
4. Complete all required reading assignments.
5. Complete the required assignments and homework in WileyPlus and the comprehensive problems and end of term quiz on Wiley by the due dates.
6. Take the two exams - midterm online and final exam on campus.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FIRST MIDTERM EXAM ON FRIDAY, FEB 10 (online) MUST BE TAKEN ON THE SCHEDULED DATE AND TIME, ONLINE - MORE INFORMATION ON THE FIRST EXAM DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASS.
THE FINAL, ON FRIDAY, MARCH 23 FROM 5PM-7 PM in , MUST BE TAKEN AT THE SCHEDULED TIME AND DATE AS WELL - ON CAMPUS - NO EXCEPTIONS WHATSOEVER.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
In order to take this course you will need to have access to the world wide web (that can be provided at De Anza College) and be eligible to take ACCT 1A.
VIDEOSTREAMING INSTRUCTIONS
A high speed Internet connection is needed to view the videostreams. If you are connecting from home, this generally means a cable modem or DSL connection.
> To access the streams: go the Catalyst web site at
> https://catalyst.deanza.edu and login by following the instructions below. You will not be able to login until the first day of instruction. Once you've logged in, click on your course. The links to the videostreams, instructions and FAQ tips and troubleshooting are on this page.
Quick Login Instructions
> Username: Your De Anza College Student ID (NOT YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER).
> Password: Your Birthday in this format: MMDDYYYY (Two digit month, followed by two digit day, followed by FOUR digit year; no slashes or spaces.)
Videos are streamed using RealPlayer. For a free download of the RealPlay software and to test your computer go to the Distance Learning Center website http://distance.deanza.fhda.edu . Select the "Technology" link, then the "Webcasts and Videostreams" link and follow the directions there.
>
> The quality of the videostream can be affected by Internet congestion on the De Anza Campus or network congestion with your Internet service provide.
A high speed Internet connection is needed to view the videostreams. If you are connecting from home, this means a cable modem or DSL.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR CATALYST: Please change to
> For technical help with Catalyst (Moodle), please go to
> http://catalysthelp.deanza.edu/. There is a link to this page from the
> Catalyst web site. Also, logon information and an FAQ are available at the
> Catalyst web site https://catalyst.deanza.edu.
YOU WILL ALSO NEED TO ACCESS THE CENGAGE WEBSITE (URL PROVIDED ABOVE)
STUDY EACH WEEK'S ASSIGNMENTS
Work on the lessons in the following order:
a. Review the lesson assignments in the Text.
b. Complete the assignments and homework in Cengage by the scheduled dates.
c. View the assigned videotapes.
d. Complete comprehensive problems (shown in Catalyst) and turn it in at the Distance Learning Center by the due dates.
COMPLETE THE HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS
All assignments are due by 11 PM on the due date and are completed in both the Cengage website as well as Catalyst and some problem sets turned in (or faxed into) the DLC.
The comprehensive problems are posted in Catalyst and those are turned into the Distance Learning Center on or before the date specified.
REVIEW MATERIAL FOR EXAMS
View the Review Session on television, tape or webstream.
The instructor reviews key concepts and homework problems that are critical in understanding the course objectives and helps you prepare for the examinations. Past experience has shown that students who follow these sessions closely have a better grasp of the course material and score higher on their exams.
Review #1: Will held live on Wed, 2/1 at 1PM and will be broadcast live on the DeAnza channel and will be available on Catalyst via webstreaming the following week.
Review #2: Will be held live on Wed, 2/29 at 1PM will be broadcast live at that time and will be available on Catalyst via webstreaming within a week of the live broadcast.
Copies of these sessions will be available at the Open Media Lab for your use there, or for overnight checkout. The reviews will also be available in the videostream format.
Since new information regarding schedule changes or other problems may be announced during these review sessions, students who do not view the videotapes may miss essential information.
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION: MICHAEL GOUGH
Office Hours Held:
Days and Hours: Mon-Thurs 10:15AM-11AM and by appt
Phone/Voicemail: (408) 864-8622
Fax Telephones: (408)864-8245; 864-5546
Office Location: F-51a
E-mail Address: goughmichael@fhda.edu
Contact the instructor if you have questions about the course. A splendid time is guaranteed for all.
COURSE MATERIALS
http://books.fhda.edu/
Phone: 408-864-8455
Purchase at the De Anza College Bookstore:
24th ed Accounting, (Warren etc, Cengage Publishers)
1. The book is by Warren and has a web component. You need to purchase the book from the bookstore or directly from Cengage to get the online code for the course.
2. Calculator, paper.
Text Refund Deadline: see catalog.
This course is designed to expose the student to the basic aspects of accounting. The course requires a substantial amount of reading and problem solving. Make sure you keep up with the work in the course and stay on top of the reading, videos and homework.
After completing the reading and homework assignments, you should be able to:
1. Explain the process of accounting.
2. Identify the users of accounting information.
3. Identify the generators of accounting information.
4. Perform double entry bookkeeping.
5. Record accounting transactions in a general journal and special purpose journal.
6. Post transactions to the general ledger.
7. Adjust accounts as part of the accounting cycle.
8. Prepare a trial balance, adjusted trial balance and financial statements (income statement, balance sheet and statement of owner's equity).
9. Prepare closing entries.
10. Recognize basic accounting theory and generally accepted accounting procedures.
11. Analyze financial statements at a beginning level and explain generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Policies: All exams must be taken at the scheduled time and date. There are no makeup exams for any reason; late assignments are not accepted for any reason.
EXAMS
The exams will be composed of problem type and short answer questions.
Exam #1: The exam will open at 4:00 PM on Friday, Feb 10 and close at midnight that evening. You will have two hours to complete the exam. It is a multiple choice and problem type exam - online.
(Exam #1 Covers chapters 1-4)
Final Exam: Friday, March 23; 5:00-7:00 PM; on campus in Admin 101
(Final is comprehensive, closed book, no notes, calculator okay, bring your picture ID)
Testing Materials for Final Exam: Bring one #2 pencil, blank paper and a calculator as well as your picture id.
Closed book, no notes.
Final Grades:
Final Grades are assigned as follows:
Requirement: Possible Points:
1 midterm @ 100 points each..............100
*homework/web assignments and
end of term quiz.........................100 (approximate)
Final Exam .............................200
Total possible points...... .........400 (approximate)
Percentage Possible Final Letter Grade Assigned:
90 - 100 % A
80 - 89 % B
70 - 79 % C
60 - 69 % D
Below 60 % F
* There will be three web discussions in the class, where you are required to go on line and answer a discussion question posed to you and post in Catalyst. Go to Catalyst, click on Forum for the assigned week, sign in and respond. Your discussion is posted so the rest of the class can read what you say. It represents an important component of the class
Policy on Copying and Cheating:
Students who submit the work of others as their own or cheat on exams or other assignments will receive a failing grade in the course and will be reported to college authorities.
Grading Policies:
If you sign up for the course and complete the orientation you are enrolled. If you do not complete the orientation you are dropped as a no-show. If you do not take the midterm examination you will want to withdraw from the course because passing is not possible without the midterm points.
Once you have indicated your enrollment in the class, it is your responsibility to monitor your enrollment and drop yourself if you believe you cannot pass the class. Other than failing to complete the orientation, it is entirely the student's responsibility to drop himself or herself in accordance with college guidelines and dates.
Incomplete grades are only available under the following conditions:
The student has done ALL of the work in the course and cannot take the final exam because of an emergency (verifiable illness, family death, car accident etc). If the issue arises prior to the date for withdrawal, then the student WILL TAKE A W GRADE. If it occurs after the withdrawal date and ALL work in the course has been completed and a verifiable emergency has taken place, then an incomplete grade can be given. Please note, these are exceedingly rare.
Once you have indicated your enrollment in the class and completed the orientations, it is your responsibility to keep up with the work and drop the course if you determine you cannot keep up.
If you do not take the midterm exam, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU DROP THE COURSE WITH A W BECAUSE IT IS VIRTUALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO PASS THE COURSE. Please note, enrollment is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY, ADD AND DROP DATES ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN THE DEANZA SCHEDULE. Please note DeAnza is very strict with the withdrawal date policy.
You may access your final grades through the Star System [408-777-9394 or 650-917-0509], and the Internet [https://regserv.fhda.edu/da-grades.html]
"Financial Accounting I" Assignment Schedule Winter 2012 (subject to change)
Acct 1A Schedule
Date Description
Completion Date in Cengage:
1/16 Chapter 1
1/23 Chapter 2
1/27 Chapter 3
2/3 Chapter 4
Comprehensive Problem due at DLC by 6PM ON 2/3 - posted in Catalyst
2/10 Midterm exam (ch 1-4) online in Catalyst on . The exam will open at 4 PM and close at midnight. You will have two hours to complete the exam.
2/16 Chapter 5
2/23 Chapter 6
3/1 Chapter 7
3/8 Chapter 8
3/15 Chapter 9
3/15 Comprehensive Problem (posted in Catalyst) due at DLC by 6PM
Final exam - Friday, 3/23 at 5:00 PM in Admin 101 on campus
Homework due dates posted in Cengage
Web Discussion Due Dates
1/19
2/16
3/8
There may be additional web discussions to be announced in class.
For the Web Discussions log on to Catalyst, click onto Forum in the assigned week, and answer the question by replying to the statement presented.
Note to students with disabilities: If you have a disability-related
need for reasonable academic accommodations or services in this
course, provide (name of Instructor) with a Test Accommodation
Verification Form (also known as a TAV form) from Disability Support
Services (DSS) or the Educational Diagnostic Center (EDC). Students
are expected to give five days notice of the need for
accommodations. Students with disabilities can obtain a TAV form
from their DSS counselor (864-8753 DSS main number) or EDC advisor
(864-8839 EDC main number)
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