Advanced Computerized Accounting Syllabus

AC 214: Advanced Computerized Accounting

This course continues the usage of computerized accounting software for small businesses. Recording transactions by entering sales and purchase invoices, paying bills, receiving payments, making deposits, retrieving reports, and financial statement information.
Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Distinguish between inventory and non-inventory products
  2. Create purchase order
  3. Set up sales taxes
  4. Perform Inventory adjustment
  5. Prepare journal entries
  6. Set up and manage petty cash
  7. Customize report
  8. Create employee and payroll report
Instructional Materials

QuickBooks Online Comprehensive, Patricia, Hartley, Labyrinth Learning

YouTube Videos

Minimum Technology Requirements

To complete this course successfully, access to a regular computer/laptop is essential. If you only have access to a phone or tablet, please check your local library for the assistant to access a regular computer/laptop. Chrome browser is highly recommended for this course. You may download the Chrome browser by clicking here. Access to a microphone and a web camera is needed for zoom meetings with the instructor. Excel and PDF readers are also required for this course. You may gain access to the following software below:

  • Download Free PDF Reader Software by clicking here.
  • Free access to web-based Office 365(including Excel) clicks here.

Additional technology requirement information can be found by accessing the Online College page.

Minimum Technical Skills Requirements

To complete this class successfully, you must be able to perform the following basic technical skills before starting the class

  • Use the learning management system
  • Use email with attachments
  • Download, save, and upload files between your computer, book website, and  the online course room
Course Policies

Student Evaluations

Syllabus Quiz       10 points
Assignments      550 points 
Discussions    40 points
Total      600 points

Grading Scales

A = 90% - 100%                   

B = 80% -  89%         

C = 70% -  79%           

D = 60% -  69%         

F = below  60%        

Student Expectations

Completing online classes successfully can be challenging because they require self-discipline, time management, and self-motivation skills. To do so, you are expected to spend at least 6 hours per week on the class learning activities and assessments. It may require additional time for individual zoom meetings with your instructor if you need help. Being able to balance your school and other life responsibilities is not easy. Not waiting until the last minute and completing class activities in small bites every day is helpful to ensure you are on track with your learning.

You are expected to log into your Canvas course room more than once every week. This allows you to receive course updates and feedback from your instructor on time.

Netiquette: Please remember to practice netiquette and respect your instructor and peer learners when you interact with them online. Click here to learn more about netiquette when interacting with others in the online learning environment

Course Outline

All assignments and class activities are due 11:59pm on Sunday of the Week Except for Final. Final is due by 11:59 pm Friday of the final week.

Module 1:   

Syllabus Quiz—Attendance Tracker(10 points)

Chapter 6: Review and complete Prepare your deliverable 2, 3, and 4 and turn in the following reports:

1. CH06 Sales by Client Summary 8.22.26 (10 points)
2. CH06 Sales by Client Summary 8.29.26 (10 points)
3. CH06 Sales by Client Summary August 2026 (10 points)
4. CH06 Balance Sheet August 2026 (10 points)
5. CH06 Profit and Loss Statement August 2026 (10 points)

Module 2: 

Chapter 7 : Managing Inventory

Complete all Chapter 7 Develop Your Skills tasks

Complete all Chapter 7 Reinforce Your Skills and turn in the following report
1. CH07 Purchases by Product and Service Detail (50 points)

Module 3:    

Chapter 7: Managing Inventory

Chapter 8: Working with Balance Sheet Accounts and Budgets(Complete all Develop your skills tasks)

Make any necessary corrections if needed to Chapter 7 reinforce your skills tasks.

Complete all Chapter 7 Apply your skills tasks and turn in the following reports

1. CH07 Product and Service List (10 points)
2. CH07 Inventory Valuation Detail (20 points)
3. CH07 Sales by Product and Service Summary (20 points)

Discussion(10 points)

Module 4:    

Chapter 8: Working with Balance Sheet Accounts and Budgets

Complete chapter 8 Reinforce and Apply Your Skills and turn in the following reports

1. CH08 Recurring Template List (20 points)
2. CH08 Budget Overview 2026 (30 points)

Module 5:    

Chapter 9: Customizing, Fine-Tuning, and Extending Capabilities(Complete all Develop Your skills tasks)

Complete all Chapter 9 Reinforce and Apply Your Skills, turn in the following reports:

1.CH09 App Recommendations (10 points)
2. CH09 Scheduling Apps (10 points)
3. CH09 CC Processing Apps (10 points)
4. CH09 QBO Mobile App Review (10 points)

5. CH09 Cash Basis Income Statement (10 points)

Discussion (10 points)

Module 6:    

Chapter 10 Staying on Track: The Accounting Cycle, Classes, and Locations (Complete all develop your skills tasks)

Complete all Chapter 10 Reinforce and Apply Your Skills tasks and turn in the following report:
1.CH10 Profit and Loss by Class (50 points)

Module 7:

Chapter 11: Completing the Accounting Cycle, Closing the Books, and Reviewing Changes(Complete all Develop your skills tasks)

Complete all Chapter 11 Reinforce and Apply Your Skills tasks and turn in the following report:
1.CH11 Balance Sheet (50 points)

Discussion (10 points)

Module 8:  

Chapter 12: Using Payroll in QuickBooks Online (complete all develop your skills tasks)

Complete all Chapter 12 Reinforce and Apply Your Skills tasks and turn in the following report:
1.CH12 Payroll Summary (50 points)

Module 9:    

Chatper 13: Bringing It All Together

You will receive another company invitation for Chapter 13.

Complete Prepare Your Deliverable Set 1. Turn in the following reports:

1. CH13 Chart of Accounts(25 points)
2. CH13 Products and Services(25 points)
                                             

Complete Week 1 and 2 transactions and make sure your account balances match the check figure in your book.

Discussion (10 points)

Module 10:

Complete Week 3 and 4 transactions and make sure your account balances match the check figure in your book.

Turn in the following reports from Chapter 13:
1.CH13 AR Aging Summary 12.24.26 (10 points)
2. CH13 Purchase Details 12.24.26 (20 points)
3. CH13 Trial Balance 12.24.26 (20 points)

Module 11:   

Complete Week 5 transactions and make sure your account balances match the check figure in your book.

Final: Turn in the following reports from Chapter 13:
1.CH13 Trial Balance 12.31.26 (10 points)
2. CH13 Balance Sheet 12.31.26 (10 points)
3. CH13 Income Statement Dec 2026 (20 points)
4. CH13 Inventory Valuation Summary 12.31.26 (10 points)

Communication

Emails will be responded to no later than 48 hours or by the end of business on Monday for mail received over the weekend.

College Policies

Academic Honesty Policy
The college has a firm policy against academic dishonesty, including cheating or plagiarism. Students guilty of academic dishonesty will be administratively dropped from the course with a grade of ‘F’ and subject to disciplinary action, which may include suspension and dismissal. 

Please refer to the Academic Honesty Policy for detailed information.

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