| Credit Hours: |
3 |
| Contact Hours: |
3
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| Laboratory Fee: |
None.
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| Prerequisites: |
There are no prerequisites for this course.
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| Corequisites: |
There are no corequisites for this course.
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| Comments: |
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| Catalog Description: |
This course approaches accounting as an information or decision
support system. Emphasis is placed on the analysis of business
transactions and the evaluation of their effect on the operation of
the enterprise. The method of instruction is shifted from "how to
do
it" to "why it is done and what it means." The basic logic and
principles associated with preparation and/or critical evaluation of
accounting information will also be addressed. |
| Required Materials: |
Books:
- Needles. Financial & Managerial Accounting Custom Package (includes required cengage access card), 10 ed., Cengage, 2014. ISBN: 9781285582320
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| Supplemental Materials: |
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| Special Requirements: |
None
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| Program Learning Outcomes: |
Upon successful completion of the program students will:
Analyze business activities and record accounting transactions
using journal entries with equal debits and credits.
Analyze general ledger accounts and prepare necessary end-of-
period adjusting entries.
Prepare an income statement, statement of owner’s/stockholder's
equity, and balance sheet.
Prepare a statement of cash flows.
Demonstrate competency in utilizing accounting software to
complete the accounting process.
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| Course Learning Outcomes: |
- Define terms
- Prepare financial statements
- Analyze financial statements
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| Methods of Evaluation: |
Evaluation of student progress towards achieving the stated learning
outcomes and performance objectives is the responsibility of the
instructor, within the policies of the college and the department.
Detailed explanation is included in the expanded syllabus developed
by the instructor for each section being taught.
Evaluation of achievement shall be based on tests, quizzes, case
analyses, and other factors determined by the instructor. The
methods and components of evaluation, and the grading scale will be
distributed during the first week of class.
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| Flexibility: |
It is the intention of the instructor to accomplish the objectives specified in the course syllabus. However, circumstances may arise which prohibit the fulfilling of this endeavor. Therefore, this syllabus is subject to change. When possible, students will be notified of any change in advance of its occurrence.
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| Student Email Accounts: |
Pensacola State College provides an institutional email account to all credit students. Pirate Mail is the official method of communication, and students must use Pirate Mail when communicating with the College. In cases where companion software is used for a particular class, emails may be exchanged between instructor and student using the companion software.
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| Note: |
For students with a disability that falls under the Americans with Disability Act or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, it is the responsibility of the student to notify Student Resource Center for ADA Services to discuss any special needs or equipment necessary to accomplish the requirements for this course. Upon completion of registration with the Student Resource Center for ADA Services office, specific arrangements can be discussed with the instructor.
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| Equity Statement: |
Pensacola State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information in its programs, activities and employment. For inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination policies, contact: The Executive Director of Institutional Equity and Student Conduct 1000 College Boulevard. Building 5, Pensacola, Florida 32504 (850) 484-1759
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