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Syllabus Fall 2021 (Pencak)

BSAD 60 Financial Accounting, 3 credit hours
Meeting Time, Meeting Pattern, Location
BSAD 60 B MWF 9:40-10:30 Kalkin 4

BSAD 60 C MWF 10:50-11:40 Kalkin 4

BSAD 60 D MWF 12:00-12:50 Kalkin 4

Contact Information, Office Hours (subject to change)

Joanne Pencak, Kalkin 307, [email protected]

Feel free to contact me on TEAMS, or via text 802-353-0615

Office Hours (in person or on TEAMS – your choice)

Kalkin 307 – Mondays & Wednesdays 3-4:30 PM
Fridays, 1-3 PM
By Appointment – in person & on TEAMS

Teaching Assistant: Lindsay Hallowell

Contact Information
Office Hours

Supplemental Instructor: Katy Blessing

Contact Information
Office Hours
Tutor: Amanda Turner
Contact Information
Technical support for students
Students, please read this technology check list to make sure you are ready for classes.
https://www.uvm.edu/it/kb/student-technology-resources/
Students should contact the Helpline (802-656-2604) for support with technical issues.

Pre-requisites:
EC 011 or EC 012 with a minimum grade of C-; MATH 019 or MATH 021 with a minimum grade
of C-; Business Administration, Computer Science & Information Systems, Dietetics, Nutrition &
Food Science, Engineering Management major, Business Administration, Accounting minor;
minimum Sophomore standing.

Course Description:
Introduction to the accounting system and generally accepted accounting principles that govern
income determination and financial position presentation.

Course Learning Goals & Learning Objectives

The overarching goal is the development of skills necessary to think critically and

analytically about financial accounting issues. We will emphasize:

 Applying computational processes and accounting policies to communicate information

to assist in solving financial problems.
 Obtaining an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for the
preparation of financial statements.
• Locating, computing and using accounting information to make business decisions.
 Analyzing results of operations and financial position to determine the health of an
organization. Included will be the impact of accounting methods on the communication
of financial information.
 Understanding how accounting is used in business including the roles of auditing,
systems, financial managerial and tax accounting.
• Improving critical thinking, communication, interpersonal, research and computer skills.
 Developing an awareness of the trust that users of financial information place in
accountants, and of the responsibility accountants have to make ethical decisions in
selecting how to report items in financial statements.
 Acquiring a basic knowledge about the role of accountants in society and possible career
choices for individuals who pursue further studies in accounting.
 • Gaining a strong foundation for further study.

Specific Learning Objectives: The course is divided into 4 modules, and the learning
objectives for each module are delineated on Blackboard.

Class Environment:
I encourage you to be active participants in the learning process. You are expected to attend
class each day and to come prepared for that day’s work by having read the material assigned.
There is a graded interactive practice assignment due the day before we begin each new
chapter. You can find these assignments on Connect. I generally spend less than half a class per
week on lecturing. The best way to master accounting is to practice applying the principles that
you are learning. We will dedicate much of our time in class solving problems and applying
what you have studied before coming to class. You will be called upon to answer questions
during class. I will assume that you have read the material assigned. I am confident that you will
behave with common courtesy and refrain from texting, wandering “in the cloud” and using
social media during valuable class time. See grading for more information. This class will be
challenging, demanding, fun, and rewarding. Expect to spend between six to twelve hours a
week on work outside of class. Be sure to budget your time accordingly.

UVM expects students, faculty, and staff to remain compliant with all COVID-19
recommendations and measures in place for UVM, the State of Vermont, and the City of
Burlington. This includes following all rules regarding facial coverings when attending class and
generally in indoor spaces. If you do not follow these guidelines, I will ask you to leave the class.
If you forget your mask, you cannot enter the class and should go back and retrieve your mask.
The Code of Student Conduct outlines policies related to violations of University policies that
protect health and safety on campus.

Modality description
This course will be in person. There will be are resources on Blackboard and on your Wiley Plus
that will assist you in mastering the material. If you must miss class, it is up to you to be sure to
review the class problems and to seek out assistance from myself, the Supplemental Instructor,
or the Teaching Assistant if you need clarification.
Required Course Materials:
Calculator

Textbook: Financial Acct: Tools W/Wiley+Next Gen AC Kimmel ISBN  1119493641 Edition: 9
You may purchase a loose-leaf copy of the Textbook in the book store. Please note that you
will need the access code to WIleyPlus in order to complete homework assignments.

Alternatively, you may purchase the book directly from Wiley. The course id is: A15565

www.wileyplus.com

Required platforms and software:

We will use TEAMS for on line office hours.

On Blackboard – You will find your calendar, projects, learning objectives, and class materials

Microsoft Office: You will be required to produce several projects in excel

WileyPlus: See textbook information

Respondus Monitor: I expect for exams to be in person, but in the event that they are not, this
course will use Respondus Monitor, automated exam-proctoring software that uses artificial
intelligence to flag suspected cases of academic integrity violations during exams. The software
will make a video/audio recording of you taking your exam, but a proctor is not watching you
take the exam. After the video recording of you taking your test is processed, faculty are
notified if there are points in your video where academic dishonesty may have occurred. The
faculty member then reviews only these flagged video segments. Monitor has been reviewed
by UVM's information security team and meets the institution's requirements for data security
and privacy.

Important information:
This page explains technical requirements and step-by-step instructions for students to set
up and take tests with Respondus

Attendance Policy
Attendance and illness:

If a student will not be able to attend in-person classes for qualifying health reasons, Student
Health Services (SHS) will send a notification to the appropriate student services office or
designated staff member informing them of this along with the dates the student is unable to
attend.  The SHS notification will specify whether the request for flexibility is only around in-
person class attendance or includes additional flexibility for assignments and tests because the
student is too ill to participate. Students are responsible for working with their faculty to make
up class content and work they miss due to a documented illness

Grading Criteria/Policies:
Homework 10%
Projects 15%
Quizzes 10%
Exams 65%
total 100%

I do not accept late homework, but I do drop 3 homework assignments when computing your
grade.

Assessments (Graded Work):

Homework: Can be found on WIleyPlus. Due dates can also be found there, as well as on the
course calendars. Homework is generally due on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, because a
day without accounting is known as Saturday. 😊

Projects: There are 3 projects, which will assist you in solidifying your knowledge. They can be
found on Blackboard.

Quizzes: There are 4 quizzes, which will also assist you in reviewing for the exam. Quizzes can
be found on WileyPlus.

Exams: There are 3 exams and 1 cumulative final exam. Because the it is cumulative, your grade
on the final exam can be used in place of one of the other exam grades. Likewise, if you miss an
exam due to a documented illness, the final exam grade can count for the exam missed. I plan
on administering the exams in person, but in the event they are online, please see the

Course Evaluation:
All students are expected to complete an evaluation of the course at its conclusion. The
evaluations will be anonymous and confidential, and that the information gained, including
constructive criticisms, will be used to improve the course.

General statement regarding potential changes during the semester:

http://catalogue.uvm.edu/
The University of Vermont reserves the right to make changes in the course offerings, mode of
delivery, degree requirements, charges, regulations, and procedures contained herein as
educational, financial, and health, safety, and welfare considerations require, or as necessary to
be compliant with governmental, accreditation, or public health directives.

Intellectual Property Statement/Prohibition on Sharing Academic Materials:

Students are prohibited from publicly sharing or selling academic materials that they did not
author (for example: class syllabus, outlines or class presentations authored by the professor,
practice questions, text from the textbook or other copyrighted class materials, etc.); and
students are prohibited from sharing assessments (for example homework or a take-home
examination). Violations will be handled under UVM’s Intellectual Property policy and Code of
Academic Integrity.

Tips for Success

Accounting is not a spectator sport. Come to class, make an honest attempt to solve the
problems in class, complete your assignments, READ the textbook. Come to office hours, seek
out the assistance of the TA and the SI. I assign a lot of homework – and as a result of their
hard work, my students do well in the course.

Student Learning Accommodations:

In keeping with University policy, any student with a documented disability interested in
utilizing ADA accommodations should contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS), the office of
Disability Services on campus for students. SAS works with students and faculty in an
interactive process to explore reasonable and appropriate accommodations, which are
communicated to faculty in an accommodation letter. All students are strongly recommended
to discuss with their faculty the accommodations they plan to use in each course. Faculty who
receive Letters of Accommodation with Disability Related Flexible accommodations will need to
fill out the Disability Related Flexibility Agreement. Any questions from faculty or students on
the agreement should be directed to the SAS specialist who is indicated on the letter.

Contact SAS:
A170 Living/Learning Center;
802-656-7753
[email protected]
www.uvm.edu/access
Important UVM Policies

Religious Holidays:
Students have the right to practice the religion of their choice. If you need to miss class to
observe a religious holiday, please submit the dates of your absence to me in writing by the end
of the second full week of classes. You will be permitted to make up work within a mutually
agreed-upon time. https://www.uvm.edu/registrar/religious-holidays

Academic Integrity:
The policy addresses plagiarism, fabrication, collusion, and cheating.
https://www.uvm.edu/policies/student/acadintegrity.pdf

Grade Appeals:
If you would like to contest a grade, please follow the procedures outlined in this policy:
https://www.uvm.edu/policies/student/gradeappeals.pdf

Grading:
For information on grading and GPA calculation, go to https://www.uvm.edu/registrar/grades

Code of Student Conduct:

http://www.uvm.edu/policies/student/studentcode.pdf

FERPA Rights Disclosure:

The purpose of this policy is to communicate the rights of students regarding access to, and
privacy of their student educational records as provided for in the Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974.
http://catalogue.uvm.edu/undergraduate/academicinfo/ferparightsdisclosure/

Promoting Health & Safety:

The University of Vermont's number one priority is to support a healthy and safe community:
Center for Health and Wellbeing:
https://www.uvm.edu/health

Counseling & Psychiatry Services (CAPS)

Phone: (802) 656-3340

C.A.R.E. If you are concerned about a UVM community member or are concerned about a
specific event, we encourage you to contact the Dean of Students Office (802-656-3380). If
you would like to remain anonymous, you can report your concerns online by visiting the Dean
of Students website at https://www.uvm.edu/studentaffairs

Final Exam Policy:

The University final exam policy outlines expectations during final exams and explains timing
and process of examination period. https://www.uvm.edu/registrar/final-exams

Alcohol and Cannabis Statement:

Statement on Alcohol and Cannabis in the Academic Environment

As a faculty member, I want you to get the most you can out of this course. You play a crucial
role in your education and in your readiness to learn and fully engage with the course material.
It is important to note that alcohol and cannabis have no place in an academic environment.
They can seriously impair your ability to learn and retain information not only in the moment
you may be using, but up to 48 hours or more afterwards. In addition, alcohol and cannabis can:

 Cause issues with attention, memory and concentration

 Negatively impact the quality of how information is processed and ultimately stored
 Affect sleep patterns, which interferes with long-term memory formation

It is my expectation that you will do everything you can to optimize your learning and to fully
participate in this course.