Austin Community College
Summer 2009 - CANCELLED COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 10/27/2009 18:40:13
ACCOUNTING
5.5 Week Session June 1 - July 7
ACCT 2301 Principles of Financial Accounting
R+ [0/22] 35021 Lec 003 RVS 9116 MTWTh 9:00am - 11:20am Staff
Lab 003 RVS 9142 TWTh 8:00am - 8:50am
11 Week Session June 1 - August 13
ACNT 1403 Introduction to Accounting I
R [0/22] 37632 Lec 002 EVC 8306 TTh 1:00pm - 2:45pm Staff
Lab 002 EVC 8306 TTh 2:50pm - 4:35pm
9 Week Session June 1 - August 2
5.5 Week Session July 8 - August 13
11 Week Session June 1 - August 13
ACNT 1303 Introduction to Accounting I -- Non-Business Majors
A study of analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized (QuickBooks) setting. Emphasis on understanding the complete accounting cycle, preparing basic financial statements, bank reconciliations, payroll and basic small business income tax issues.
ACNT 1311 Introduction to Computerized Accounting
Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting records, making management decisions, and processing common business applications with primary emphasis on a general ledger package (QuickBooks). Develops further skills in maintaining accounting records, provides in-depth exposure to accounts receivable/accounts payable, payroll and inventory modules. Prerequisite: ACNT 1403.
ACNT 1329 Payroll and Business Tax Accounting
A study of payroll tax procedures, taxing entities, and reporting requirements of local, state and federal taxing authorities in a manual and computerized environment. Prerequisite: ACNT 1404.
ACNT 1331 Federal Income Tax: Individual
Basic instruction in the tax laws as currently implemented by the Internal Revenue Service, providing a working knowledge of preparing taxes for individuals. Emphasis on federal income tax law; individual income, exclusions, deductions, credits, gains, etc.; and incorporating these concepts into individual tax filing requirements. Prerequisite: ACCT 2301 or equivalent.
ACNT 1347 Federal Income Tax for Partnerships and Corporations
Introduction to the tax laws as currently implemented by the Internal Revenue Service providing a working knowledge of applying and interpreting federal tax law for, as well as preparing taxes for, partnerships, S Corporations, and corporations. Prerequisite: ACNT 1331 or equivalent.
ACNT 1370 Accounting Ethics
This course will serve as a general introduction to professional ethics in the accounting and business environments. We will discuss the fundamental ethical issues of business and society, the roles and responsibilities of accounting and auditing professionals, ethical behavior by management, and legal and professional guidelines that address the ethical concerns of society. Prerequisite: ACNT 2331.
ACNT 1371 Fundamentals of Intermediate Accounting
Overview of accounting information system and accounting cycle, financial statement preparation and time value of money applications. Introduction to research and writing for accountants. Prerequisite: Completion of or co-enrollment in ACCT 2302.
ACNT 1391 Special Topics in Accounting
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Accounting Theory - Survey of current accounting theory, including historical development of accounting standards, the role of the FASB, SEC and other bodies on the standard-setting process; the FASB's Conceptual Framework project; concepts of income and valuation.
Business Fraud and Abuse - Course will provide an overview of how and why occupational fraud is committed, how fraudulent conduct can be deterred, and how allegations of fraud should be investigated and resolved.
Internal Auditing: Principles and Techniques- An introduction to principles and techniques commonly used in the practice of internal auditing. Course will provide a solid foundation in internal audit theory and applications, and introduce students to official pronouncements of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
ACNT 1393 Special Topics in Taxation
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
Tax Research--Tax research which includes extensive on-line research.
Prerequisite: ACNT 1347.
ACNT 1403 Introduction to Accounting I
A study of analyzing, classifying, and recording business transactions in a manual and computerized environment (Peachtree). Emphasizes an understanding of the complete accounting cycle, preparation of basic financial statements, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
ACCT 2301 Principles of Financial Accounting
An introduction to financial accounting concepts and the communication of financial information to external users. Examines the accounting process, transaction analysis, asset and equity accounting, financial statement preparation and analysis, and related topics. Prerequisite: Before enrolling in ACCT 2301, it is advisable to 1) have taken the equivalent of ACNT 1403 or BUSI 1301; or 2) have recently taken high school bookkeeping; or 3) have acquired relevant work experience. Although not required, the equivalent of MATH 1324 provides a good foundation for ACCT 2301. Basic computer skills utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software are recommended for all accounting courses. If you have any questions, consult with an accounting advisor.
ACCT 2302 Principles of Managerial Accounting
Introduction to communicating accounting information to internal users (enterprise managers). A study of the fundamentals of managerial accounting. Emphasis on accounting for a manufacturing concern, budgeting, planning, management decision making, and analysis of financial reports. Topics also include cost behavior and control, product cost accumulation and pricing, and responsibility accounting. Prerequisite: ACCT 2301.
ACNT 2330 Governmental and Not-for-Profit Accounting
Basic concepts and techniques of fund accounting, financial reporting for governmental and not-for-profit entities. Accounting cycle for funds and account groups and related financial statements. Prerequisite: ACCT 2302.
ACNT 2332 Accounting Information Systems
A study of the role of accounting information systems and related subsystems including data collection, retrieval, manipulation, filtering, and sorting of data. Prerequisite: ACCT 2302.
ACNT 2386 Internship -- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. A student will work a minimum of 12 hours per week at an accounting job approved by the Accounting Internship Advisor. Additionally, students will meet with an Accounting Instructor for one hour per week to review the students' progress and discuss related issues. Prerequisite: Student must be in last semester of course work required for the associates degree or certificate. Instructor approval required.