ACCT 101 - Accounting Fundamentals

5.0 Credits
Beginning accounting fundamentals including journalizing, posting, financial statements and an introduction to payroll. Computerized accounting software used. Transfer limited. Prerequisite: Minimum placement into EAP 121 or BRDGE 093.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Use the rules of the fundamental accounting equation to analyze and explain accounting information. [REASON]
Use accounting software and spreadsheets to input, manage, and interpret information to meet the needs of a single proprietorship. [REASON]
Use analytical skills to support business transactions of a single proprietorship. [REASON]
Apply critical thinking and analytical skills in decision-making and problem solving. [REASON]
Create professional and accurate financial documents. [COMMUNICATE]
Work independently to apply reasoning skills and critical thinking. [REASON]
Perform in ways that reflect ethics and standard bookkeeping expectations related to a single proprietorship. [EXPLORE]