ACCT1210 - Principles of Accounting I (Online)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

• understand the accounting cycle.
• understand the importance of integrity, objectivity and ethics in business.
• understand how to prepare and analyze financial statements.
• understand transactions involving cash, accounts receivables, inventories, plant assets and current liabilities.
• possess the ability to proficiently use the accounting knowledge and skills acquired in the course.

In order to successfully complete this course in an online environment, students must also possess basic computer skills, the ability to follow written directions, and be able to read for comprehension.

Fundamental Accounting Principles. 18th Edition. Larson, Wild and Chiappetta. McGraw-Hill/Irwin Publishing. The textbook comes bundled with the Homework Manager Plus access code. To insure that you get the textbook and the access code, please purchase a new textbook at the Southwest Bookstore.
ISBN: 00-733-04-034

If you purchase a used textbook, you must purchase the Homework Manager Plus access code. ISBN: 00-732-66-469

• Homework Manager Plus is a Web-base supplement which will be used by you to work and submit all of your homework assignments. You will not be able to access Homework Manager Plus without a code.

This course requires the use of a computer. These are general recommendations for accessing any of the services that Southwest offers on the Web (e.g. My. Southwest, etc.).

• minimum 650 or higher Pentium III processor (recommended)
• CD-ROM or DVD drive
• floppy drive, zip drive, or CD-RW drive
• Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device
• at least 256 MB of RAM (recommended)
• (optional) printer

The software listed below in the "General Software Requirements" are recommended for any student accessing Southwest services through the internet.

General Software Requirements

• Operating System:
  • Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP (recommended)
  • Mac OS 8.6/9.1/X
  • Linux
• Current Anti-Virus protection
• Reliable Internet connection (broadband recommended but not required)

Course Specific Software Requirements

• None

• The pre/post tests will count for 20% of your grade; the homework assignments will count for 20%; discussions will count for 10%; and the four tests will count for 50%.

• A = 100 - 90
• B =  89 - 80
• C =  79 - 70
• D =  69 - 60
• F =  below 60
  

Pre/post tests will be available for each chapter. You will have only one chance to take these tests but there is no time limit and they will be available for several days. Therefore, take your time and answer each question carefully before submitting your answers.

The homework assignments will be worked and submitted in Homework Manager Plus. The periods of availability will also be listed there.

There will be discussion topics that you are to address. You are required to respond to the topics with an original post. In order to receive the maximum amount of available points, your comments must be related to the topic and add value to the discussion.

A test will be available after completing each module. The tests will be consist of fifty (50) multiple choice questions that involve mathematical computations. The period of availability will be listed under the quiz section of the course and on the calendar.

There will be no advance testing or make-up tests. If you miss a test, you will be required to take the comprehensive exam at the end of the semester.

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• Always include a subject line.
• Typing in all CAPS is considered SHOUTING in Cyberspace. So please use upper and lower case characters when sending e-mails.
• Remember, without facial expressions some comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your e-mails. Use of emoticons might be helpful in some cases.
• Use standard fonts.
• Do not send large attachments without permission.
• Respect the privacy of other class members.

I will respond to all e-mails within 48 hours. All communication with me must be done using PAWS e-mail.

Below are a few guidelines that should be adhered to at all times when using the Discussion forum. Messages that contain advertisements, solicitations, personal interests, etc. are strictly forbidden.

• Review the discussion threads thoroughly before entering the discussion.
• Please try to maintain threads by using the "Reply" button rather starting a new topic.
• Do not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the class. Be respectful of other’s ideas.
• Be patient and read the comments of other group members thoroughly before entering your remarks.
• Be positive and constructive in group discussions.
• Respond in a thoughtful and timely manner.

Discussion is highly encouraged in this class.

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