WelcomeWelcome to Principles of Accounting II on the web! This introduction is intended to provide you with an overview and orientation to this course. Detailed policies and expectations for this course are found on the syllabus. Due dates for homework, projects, and exams are listed on the schedule. Before continuing, print the syllabus and schedule for this course. You may do this by clicking the appropriate links under the Getting Started heading in the NS Online Content for this course. About This Web CourseThis course is a continuation of Principles of Accounting I, ACCT-1010. Topics include accounting for corporate entities, long-term investments and liabilities, statement of cash flows, financial statement analysis, job order and process cost systems, cost-volume-profit analysis, and performance analysis. Principles of Accounting is a demanding and time-consuming course. Taking Principles of Accounting by web requires special skills including excellent time management, an ability to self-start, an ability to follow directions, and an ability to read, understand, and apply new and challenging material independently. If you feel you do not possess these skills, a classroom environment may be best for you. Without these skills, your success in this course could be compromised. Course MaterialsIt is assumed that once you have enrolled in a course, you are prepared to meet all the requirements of the course including having the ability to purchase the textbook. It is imperative that you purchase the book during the first week of classes. Otherwise you may be unable to complete the first assignment by the stated deadline. No extensions will be given on assignment deadlines. A reserve copy of the textbook for this course is available at the Nashville State Library. The book may be used in the library, but may not be checked out to take home.
Textbook and Homework System Information
Fundamental
Accounting Principles,
20th Edition, Wild, Shaw, and Chiappetta. Required. Chapters 13 - 23 of this text will be covered
in this course. (Required)
The textbook and Connect Plus can be
purchased together as a bundle through
the NSCC Bookstore. The textbook used for this web course is the same as that used for the on-campus ACCT 1020 course. Chapters 13-23 are covered this semester continuing with the same text used for Principles I. The textbook can be purchased at the Nashville State Bookstore during bookstore hours or online. Books can also be purchased through Amazon.com. This course uses a tool called Connect for homework submission. Connect is an online tool that provides immediate feedback and grading of homework. Connect is separate product from the textbook. Below are three methods of obtaining Connect.
Required Downloads/TechnologyYou will need Adobe Reader and Flash Player to view some items in this course. Click the appropriate button from the Adobe website to download these free utilities if you don't have them. If you don't have PowerPoint, you will need the PowerPoint Viewer as well. PowerPoint Viewer can also be downloaded for free.
Technical SkillsTo be successful in this course, you should be able to navigate the course management system, NS Online, and the homework management system, Connect (discussed above). Minimum skills include being able to open and send emails, follow hyperlinks, and taking online quizzes. See the NS Online Quick Guide for information on the basic technical skills required to navigate this course. Detailed information for all NS Online tools can be found by clicking the Technical Support link under the Student Support heading in NS Online Content.
Expectation of ParticipationYou will be marked active in this course once you have submitted the Web Orientation Confirmation/ Information Form (more information can be found under the Getting Started Checklist at the end of this introduction). Attendance for this course is based on the student logging in to the course, reviewing the current lesson and completing lessons and exams as scheduled. A successful outcome to this course requires students to complete and submit assignments and exams as outlined by the instructor. Late work will not be accepted. Since web students have a great amount of flexibility in scheduling their work, make-up exams are usually not given. Exams may be taken early but must be taken no later than the exam deadline. Students are expected to manage their schedules in order to be prepared for the exam by the exam deadline. Failure to complete homework and/or exams by the due
dates will result in a grade of zero for that assessment. Students who have
attended and participated consistently during the semester but have earned a
grade average of less than 70 will be assigned a grade of "F" at the end of the
semester. Registered students who have never completed any work for this online
course will be
assigned a grade of "FN" (failure, never attended class--unofficial withdrawal).
A student who stops participating in this online course during the
semester and does not withdraw will be assigned a grade of "FA"
(failure, attendance related). ADA AccommodationsNashville State strives to meet accessibility guidelines. Student Disability Services assists students who have documented physical, emotional, or learning disabilities. For more information on ADA Accommodations, click the ADA Accommodations link under the Student Support heading in NS Online Content.
Academic IntegrityAcademic dishonesty is prohibited by NSCC. See the course syllabus for more information on the Academic Integrity policy.
Reporting to CampusYou will need to come to campus a minimum of four times to take exams. You may wish to make office appointments with your instructor or use the campus facilities. These activities are at your discretion but could require additional campus visits.
TestingFour exams, including the final, are required for this course. All testing is conducted at a Nashville State Testing Center or by an approved proctor. The NSCC main campus Testing Center is located in the Student Services Building on the second floor. If you are an off-site student, you may use the testing center on the main campus, one at a satellite location. Refer to your Assignment Schedule for test deadlines. See the course syllabus for more information about the Testing Centers including hours of operation and policies. Written tests and any necessary working papers will be provided for you at your testing center. You may write on these tests and it is recommended that you use a pencil. You must provide your own pen or pencil and you may also bring with you a simple calculator to use. No other materials will be permitted in the Testing Center. All tests are closed notes, closed book. Cell phones and PDAs are not allowed in the testing environment. How This Course WorksThis course is divided into 10 Lessons. Before beginning any work, you should always visit the current Lesson page. On this page you will see lesson objectives, handouts, links to resources, and homework hints. Remember to allow all items including nonsecure items.
To access Lessons, click the Lessons link under Content in NS Online for this course. At the end of each lesson, you will be assigned problems that will assess your comprehension of the applied information in that lesson. Homework problems are completed using Homework Manager. Course ResourcesAll course resources including links to lessons, Connect, and test information are found on the Content page in NS Online. If asked if you want to view nonsecure items, always allow nonsecure items. If not allowed, some of your content may not display.
HomeworkHomework is to be submitted using the online tool Connect. Information about using Connect can be found under the Getting Started heading on the Content page. Although you are required to use this tool to submit your homework, you are also encouraged to work problems by hand using manual working papers. This is particularly important since for exams you will be required to prepare problems by hand. You can print blank working papers from the publisher's website or by clicking the Working Papers link under Course Resources in the Content area for this course.
CommunicationBe sure to check NS Online Course News and your NS Online e-mail frequently for important course announcements. If you have a specific question to be addressed to your instructor, you can use the E-mail tool found in NS Online. E-mails will generally be responded to within 24 hours or less. You may also reach your instructor by phone during on campus office hours and may make office appointments if desired. As you are preparing for professional careers, you are encouraged to use standard language, complete sentences, and proper grammar when communicating through NS Online Email and Discussions. You should further refrain from inappropriate references and language in NS Online communications. The following link for Netiquette is recommended to review online protocol. Students are encouraged to assist one another in the online learning process by addressing questions to each other. Use the Email and Discussions tools to communicate with your fellow students. To facilitate the ease of discussion, the Discussion area is divided into segments for each chapter as well as a general discussion area. Post questions and comments relating to the current chapter in that chapter's forum. Be sure to use a descriptive topic so other students can benefit from your questions and comments. Post general items in the General forum. Student PoliciesPolicies specific to this course have been summarized in this orientation. Course policies are further stated on the course syllabus. For more information on Nashville State student policies see the Student Policy Handbook at http://nscc.edu/resources/student-handbook.
TroubleshootingHopefully you will proceed smoothly with this course, however, if you have a problem refer to the list below for suggestions.
More information on technical support, academic support, and ADA accommodations can be found on the Content page for this course under the heading Student Support. Getting Started Checklist
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