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BAS 4A0 Accounting
Semester I - 1999/2000

BAS 4A0 ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS (Advanced)
Streetsville Secondary School September 1999

Text: Using Simply Accounting 6.0 for Windows- Purbhoo & Purbhoo

(Students are responsible for the borrowed text)

Rebinds $10.00

Replacement $45.00
Course Description:

You will have the opportunity to build on the principles and concepts of financial accounting introduced in BAC 3A0. The main focus of this course will be on accounting as a information system. By studying accounting system analysis and design you will gain the basic introductory skill and knowledge necessary to design a modern computerized accounting system. "Simply Accounting for Windows " and "Microsoft Excel " will form the basis for the design if these computerized systems.

Course Fee: $10.00

Topic		TIME(%)*
Introduction to Accounting Systems		20 %
Accounting Systems Analysis and Design		65 %
Principles of Cost Accounting		10 %
Careers in Accounting		5 %

* NOTE: Timing is approximate, and includes coverage of related principles, and both manual and computer applications.

Evaluation:
40% Tests

20% Projects/Assignments

10% Business Work Habits

(Home Work, Attitudes, Participation)

30% Final Exam
Course Objectives:

This accounting course will give Senior Division students an opportunity to review principles and concepts of financial accounting introduced in Accounting(BAC) and then pursue cost accounting and system analysis and design.

Students will have the opportunity to:

develop an understanding of accounting terms, principles, and procedures;

develop an understanding of the use and significance of accounting information and reports;

develop an understanding of how accounting systems must be designed to suit individual enterprises;

develop an understanding of introductory accounting principles for manufacturing systems;

apply computer-augmented accounting processes to accounting tasks;

develop effective business language and communication skills through oral and written presentations;

develop the ability to think critically, arrive at decisions using reason and initiative, and apply problem-solving skills;

complete computer-accounting applications

develop positive business work habits and attitudes;

investigate careers in accounting or related fields;

appreciate the role that accounting systems play in the overall operation of a business enterprise.

Materials Required:

Textbook - on loan, replacement cost if lost or abused

Notebook/Binder with dividers

Workbook - purchased from school, cost $10.00

Pen, Pencil, a Ruler and a non-programmable calculator

Statement of Expectations:

The student will be expected to display a willingness to learn, as evidenced by regular attendance, punctuality, consistent work, complete notebook/workbook, independent work habits, a sense of responsibility, and an ability to interact in an effective and considerate manner with other students, staff and equipment.

ABSENCE FROM CLASS IS DISCOURAGED. However, students who know ahead of time that they will miss a class MUST make arrangements IN ADVANCE. If there is an unplanned absence due to illness or emergency, the student MUST make arrangements with the teacher on the first day back at school to avoid a mark of zero on that day's work. This is the student's responsibility.

Content is cumulative - therefore the consequences of falling behind are severe. Regular attendance and homework completion from the beginning are the keys to success. The computers are available both before and after school and students may find that they need to come in and do work on their own time in order to keep up with the rest of the class.

The teacher is available for extra assistance as necessary - please make an appointment as soon as you are having difficulty. Mr. Houston can be contacted in the Business Office or by phone at 826-1195 ext. 412.

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Last Revised: Oct/99