Course Description:

This course will introduce the student to computerized accounting applications. Students will be instructed in the use of Peachtree for Microsoft Windows, one of the most popular commercial microcomputer accounting packages now in use. A series of sample companies with step-by-step instruction will introduce the features of the software. This course is intended to integrate the knowledge gained in the accounting and computer information systems courses. By learning these skills, it is expected that the student will be better prepared to enter the accounting workplace. Emphasis will be placed on computer-based projects.

Prerequisites:

ACC 210, CIS 100, CIS 225

Laboratory Fee: See current fee schedule.

Textbooks:

Peachtree for College Accounting College Accounting a Practical Approach, Errol F. Osteraa, seventh edition

Statement of Plagiarism:

If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of this handbook that addresses student grievances.

Calumet College of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as written in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Fourth Edition. A copy is available from the Calumet College of St. Joseph bookstore. This text outlines how to cite references from a variety of sources, including electronic media.

Withdrawal from Classes Policy:

After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. Note: Degree Completion Division (DCD) students should consult the DCD Student Handbook for information on DCD withdrawals.

An official withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript. Dropping a

course without written permission automatically incurs an "F" grade for the course (see

Refund Schedule).

Class Policy on Attendance:

Attendance will not be taken and is not an element of the grade. Homework assignments will be monitored for student progress and classroom time is primarily hands-on. Failure to regularly attend class could be detrimental to the student’s course grade and is exclusively the responsibility of the student.

Class Policy for Assignments:

Students will be allowed to work at their own pace. All work however, must be completed by the end of the semester. If a student is falling behind the pace outlined in this syllabus the student will be considered deficient and measures to remedy the deficiency will be taken.

Course Objectives:

Students in this course will:

· Understand the accounting principles behind computerized accounting systems

· Utilize Peachtree Accounting to perform basic accounting and business functions

· Be able to check, locate and correct errors on company electronic books and records.

· Be able to apply the basic Peachtree concepts to other accounting software packages in current use in a business setting

Assessment:

Assignments 100% of grade

Grading Scale:

A: 100-93 A-: 92-90 B+: 89-87 B: 86-83 B-: 82-80 C+:79-77 C: 76-73 C-: 72-70 D+: 69-67 D: 66-63

D-: 62-60 F: Below 60

Format for Written Assignments:

Follow book directions

Class Participation:

Class Assignments

Class Date Topic-Assignment

Aug 31 Chapter 1

Sep 7 Chapter 2

Sept 14 Chapter 3

Sept 21 Chapter 4

Sept 28 Chapter 5

Oct 5 Chapter 6

Oct 12 Chapter 7

Oct 19 Chapter 8

Oct 26 Chapter 9

Nov 2 Chapter 10

Nov 9 Chapter 11

Nov 16 Chapter 12

Nov 23 Chapter 13

Nov 30 Chapters 14 and 15

Dec 6