Frederick Community College

 

ACCT 201-HYB1 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I

 

FALL 2010

 

Class begins:

8/24/10

Class ends:

12/8/10

Last Day to Withdraw:

11/1/10

 

Instructor Information:

 

 

Name:  Brad Burtner, CPA

Office:  B 216 A

E-mail:  bburtner@frederick.edu

Phone Number:  301-846-2545

Contact Hours: email and  by appointment for in-person meeting if the following times do not suit your schedule:

Office Hours:

Tues. & Thurs.  9:15  -11:00am

Tuesday            7:00  -  7:45pm 

Thursday          1:45  -  2:30pm                      

Other times by appointment

Campus Mail Box #:  231

           

Course Information:

 

Credits:  4

On-campus Meetings:  15

On-campus Exams:  2

Prerequisites:  ACCT 100 & 101,                        ACCT 101 & 102 

Co-requisites:  None

Meeting Day & Time:  Tuesday 7:45 -9:50pm

 

Course Description:

 

Review of accounting procedures, working papers and financial statements.  Other topics include: net income concepts, balance sheet concepts, cash flow concepts, generally accepted accounting principles, detailed coverage of accounting applications pertaining to Cash, Receivables, and Inventories.

 

Core Learning Outcomes:

 

Upon completion of this course students will demonstrate

1.   Perform and apply steps of the accounting cycle

2.  Identify, measure, and analyze events and activities in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

3.  Identify the presentation and disclosure of financial data within the financial statements.

4.   Prepare Financial Statements.

5.  Identify, measure and analyze operating, investing, and financing activities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Instructional Methods:

 

1.  Lectures & Chalkboard Illustrations

2.  Class Participation and Discussion

3.  Problem Solving

4.  Blackboard Online Tools

 

 

 Course organization:

 

The course is a Hybrid, which is a combination of live classroom instruction with Blackboard online learning tool.  BOTH parts are an integral part of the total class.  Within Blackboard you will prepare for and complete exams, and homework assignments, there is some overlap with the live classroom instruction and Blackboard learning tool to points earned, especially for exams.  Note:  The following are the online and on-campus activities that are performed for each chapter and week during the semester.  Since they are repetitious and voluminous, they will not be repeated each week on the Topical Outline.

 

ONLINE ACTIVITY

Students should become familiar with the structure, format, and organization of the Blackboard learning tool.  The more familiar you are the more efficient you will be.  Once you know what is included in Blackboard, you can decide what works best with your learning style.

  • You need to develop notes, outlines, journal, or other resources to help you learn the concepts, including the terms.  A suggestion would be to begin with the instructor created chapter outlines and/or the instructors manual (included in course documents > course resources), and if you wish to use as is, or copy and paste and make changes.
  • Some students prefer the Power point slides (included in course documents > course resources).
  • Attempt the self tests (course documents) and test bank (course documents > course resources) questions repetitiously for each chapter.
  • The end of chapter assignments should be completed.  The solutions manual is available (included in course documents > course resources), to provide feedback and help you understand the solutions.

ON-CAMPUS ACTIVITY

During required class sessions there will be follow up question discussions and feedback, problem-solving techniques and demonstrations, and other relevant learning activities helpful for exams and projects. 

 

Students taking this course are self-learners and are motivated to complete and submit assignments on time.  I believe this on-line learning environment can be positive and enriching.  However, this requires interaction between everyone.  I expect students to solve problems among themselves.  I strongly encourage everyone to voluntary interact within the Discussion Board.  Sharing our ideas by posting threaded discussions will help all of us learn.  It is imperative you continuously work on this course.

 

 

Text(s) and Course Materials:

 

INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING – Principles and Analysis  2e:  by Warfield, Weygandt, and Kieso; John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2008.  ISBN#:  978-0471737933

 

 

 

 

Progress Report:

 

By the end of the sixth week of the semester, you will have an opportunity to evaluate your progress in this course and decide if you need to make any adjustments (additional study, tutoring, conference with instructor) to assure your success in this course.

 

Evaluation Methods:

 

Tests / Papers / Projects

Point Value

Final Grade Scale

 

 

 

 

Exam I    Chapters 1, 2, 3, & 4

100

360 – 400 points = A

Exam II   Chapters  5, 6, 7, 8, & Appendix B

100

320 – 359 points = B

Exam III  Chapter  9

50

280 – 319 points = C

Introduction Assignment (Deadline 9/1)

 10

240 – 279 points = D

Project I

 50

Below 240 points = F

Project II

50

 

Project III

40

 

TOTAL POINTS AVAILABLE

400

 

If the graded performance for online assignments differs significantly from the grade average for proctored assignments, the instructor reserves the right to administer additional tests.

All exams and projects must be taken or turned in when scheduled unless prior notification is received and approved.  Failure to notify the instructor in advance may result in penalties being assessed at the instructor's discretion.  Exams are taken on Blackboard and graded immediately.  Projects will be graded within one week of submission.

 

 

Student Services

 

A variety of services are available to assist students in succeeding at FCC. Students can learn more about these services by visiting the Student Services web page: http://www.frederick.edu/student_services/index.aspx.

 

Students with disabilities who are in need of accommodations or who have questions related to disabilities services should contact the Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) office at 301-846-2408. Students can learn more about these services by visiting the Services for Students with Disabilities web page: http://www.frederick.edu/student_services/disability.aspx.

 

 Participation Policy:

 

To maintain the highest quality of academic work, students are expected to participate fully in all course activities. Each student is expected to attend all class sessions and complete all online assignments.

In case of serious illness, emergency, religious holidays, or participation in official college functions, students remain responsible for completing the requirements of the course. 

 

 

 Email Policy:

Please notify me immediately of any change in E-Mail address.

Email is an instructional tool essential to student-instructor and student-student communication. In the Blackboard environment by default, your email address is available to all students in this course.

However, students are permitted to use email addresses of other students in this course only for the purpose and the duration of this course.

Students who are concerned about the privacy of their personal email address are reminded of commercially available products that allow them to create unique email addresses specifically for the purpose and duration of this course.

The instructor can be expected to respond to regular student email inquiries (grades, posted assignments, and tests excluded) within the time frame of 24 to 48 hours.

 

Academic Integrity:

 

Work in this course is subject to the provisions of the FCC Code of Academic Integrity. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated. As a student, it is your job to practice academic honesty at ALL times.  Make sure that all sources, particularly Internet sources, get proper credit for quotations, paraphrases, and ideas. More information about this and the Student Conduct Code are available at http://www.frederick.edu/student_services/studentpolicies.aspx

You must send your Academic Integrity Pledge to the instructor. The form is available at http://courses.frederick.edu/_utilities/regform.htm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Topical Outline

 

Week

Subject &

Content

ONLINE ACTIVITY

ON-CAMPUS ACTIVITY

 

1

 

Chapter 1-Financial Accounting & Accounting Standards

Financial Statements & Financial Reporting

Parties involved in Standard Setting

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Issues in Financial Reporting

 

Chapter 2-Conceptual Framework Underlying Financial Accounting

Conceptual Framework

First Level: Basic Objectives

Second Level: Fundamental Concepts

Third Level: Recognition & Measurement Concepts

See Course Organization above.  This cross-reference will not be repeated each week.

See Course Organization above.  This cross-reference will not be repeated each week.

2

Problem –solving:

AIA1-13 & 14 (page 27 & 28)

E2-2, 4, 7, & 8 (page 65-68)

 

Chapter 3-The Accounting Information System

Accounting Information System

The Accounting Cycle

Using Reversing Entries

Using a Work Sheet

Introduction Assignment  Deadline 9/1
 

3

Problem –solving:

E3-3, 7, 10, 19, & 20

P3-3, 5, & 9

 

Project I

4

Chapter 4-Balance Sheet

Usefulness & Limitations of Balance Sheet

Classification in the Balance Sheet

Additional Information Reported

Techniques of Disclosure

Project I Deadline

 

5

Problem-Solving:

E4-1, 2, 3, 6, & 14

P4-1 & 6

 

 

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Chapters 1-4

 

Exam I will be taken in the FCC Testing Center, within Blackboard.

6

Special Note:  Be sure you are aware of your progress at this point of the semester.

 

Chapter 5- Income Statement and Related Information

Usefulness and Limitations of Income Statement

Format of the Income Statement

Reporting Irregular Items

Special Reporting Issues

 

 

7

 

 Problem-solving:

E5-1, 9, 10, & 12

P5-3, 4, 5, & 6

 

Chapter 6 & Appendix B- Statement of Cash Flows

Usefulness & structure of Statement of Cash flows

Operating Activities

Direct vs. Indirect Formats

Investing Activities

Financing Activities

Preparation of Statement of Cash Flows

Worksheet vs. T-Account Approaches

Using Cash Flows to Evaluate a Company

 

 

8

Problem-solving:

E6-1, 2, & 3

P6-1, & 8

Preparation of Statement of Cash Flows: T-Account Approach

EB-3, 4, & 12

PB-1

 

Project II

 

9

Chapter 7- Revenue Recognition

The Current Environment

Revenue Recognition at Point of Sale (Delivery)

Revenue Recognition before Delivery

Revenue Recognition after Delivery

 

 

 

10

Problem-solving:

E7-1, 4, 8, 11, 13 & 14

P7-3, 7, & 9

Project II Deadline

 

 

Last date to drop the class or switch to audit

 

 

 

11

 

Chapter 8- Cash & Receivables

  Section 1: Cash

      What is Cash?

      Management & Control of Cash

      Reporting Cash

      Summary of Cash-Related Items

   Section 2:  Receivables

       Recognition & Valuation of Accounts Receivable

       Recognition & Valuation of Notes Receivable

       Disposition of Accounts & Notes Receivable

       Presentation & Analysis

 

 

 

12

Problem-solving:

E8-1, 5, 9, 25, & 27

P8-1, 2, 3, & 14

 

 

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Chapters 5-8 & appendix B

 

Exam II will be taken in the FCC Testing Center, within Blackboard.

13

Chapter 9 - Accounting for Inventories

Inventory Classification & Systems

Basic issues in Inventory Valuation

Special Issues Related to LIFO

Lower of Cost of Market

Presentation & Analysis

Gross Profit Method (Appendix 9A)

 

 

Project III

14

Problem-Solving:

E9-1, 6, 10, 21, 23, 25, & 26

P9-1 & 4

Project III Deadline

 

 

THANKSGIVING BREAT

NOV. 25-28 COLLEGE CLOSED

 

 

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Chapter 9

EXAM III will be taken on your computer.

 

 

15

Chapter 18- Final Review

 

 

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Make-up class if necessary

 

 

 

 

NOTE:  Your instructor reserves the right to make changes to this outline as needed.