Accounting Technology

Degrees and Certificates

Classes

ACT 246: Microcomputer Accounting

Program
Accounting Technology
Hours 3

This course utilizes the microcomputer in the study of financial accounting principles and practices. Emphasis is placed on the use of software programs for financial accounting applications. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to use software programs for financial accounting applications.  CORE

Prerequisites

BUS 241 

ACT 249: Payroll Accounting

Program
Accounting Technology
Hours 3
This course focuses on federal, state and local laws affecting payrolls. Emphasis is on payroll accounting procedures and practices, and on payroll tax reports. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply knowledge of federal, state and local laws affecting payrolls.

ACT 253: Individual Income Tax

Program
Accounting Technology
Hours 3

This course focuses on the fundamentals of the federal income tax laws with primary emphasis on those affecting the individual. Emphasis is on gross income determination, adjustments to income, business expenses, itemized deductions, exemptions, capital gains/losses, depreciation, and tax credits. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply the fundamentals of the federal income tax laws affecting the individual. 

ACT 256: Cost Accounting

Program
Accounting Technology
Hours 3
This course familiarizes the student with cost accounting principles and techniques. Emphasis is on procedures to provide data for job order and continuous process types of industries, determination of unit costs, and preparation of cost reports. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to apply cost accounting principles and techniques.
Prerequisites

BUS 241