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This Degree is offered for students seeking entry-level positions in accounting and associated fields such as accounts receivable, accounts payable and bookkeeping..
Graduates will be able to:
General Education:
In addition to the program-specific outcomes listed above, students completing the Associate degree programs are required to demonstrate proficiency in the General Education learning outcomes. Specific outcomes may vary by program; please refer to the program requirements below.
A. Depending upon a student's placement or for transfer purposes, this program may have pre-requisite(s). See a pathway coordinator or student development specialist for advisement.
B. For Accounting Internship (AC 251) 2.75 GPA in accounting courses and a recommendation by two full-time business faculty. Students not meeting these requirements will take any other business course.
C. CIS 101 or CIS 107 is a Pre-requisite for CIS 125. (Test out option for CIS 101 is available. See Testing and Tutoring in M240.)
D. It is recommended that students enroll in their first WI course upon completion of EN 101.
This course is an introduction to the basic principles of financial accounting including the accounting cycle, recording and posting transactions, adjusting and closing entries, financial statements, asset valuation, and depreciation.
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course introduces the various fields of business study. Topics include economic systems, small business development, forms of U.S. businesses, management, marketing, accounting, finance, banking, and ethics. It prepares for higher-level business studies and is excellent for non-business majors who wish to gain an introduction to financial and economic survival leading to successful financial planning.
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course covers such basic economic concepts as the elements of national income, inflation and unemployment, the economic roles of government, determination of national income, business cycles, the global economy, and monetary fiscal policies. EC 101 emphasizes macroeconomics.
Fall, Spring
This course focuses on the stages of the writing process and includes a formal research paper. A variety of writing and reading assignments are designed to develop analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- General Education Course
College Level or with applicable co-requisite
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course provides the knowledge necessary to function as a fluent computer user in today’s technological society. Topics include computer terminology, computer hardware and software
capabilities, what makes a computer powerful, the societal impact of computers, ergonomics, ethical computing behavior, information privacy, and computer security. Students complete projects encompassing Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), as well as an 0information literacy project focusing on effective use of the Web. Students with no computing experience are encouraged to complete a computing keyboarding course (CIS 103) before taking this course.
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course provides IT students with an introduction to information technology fundamentals encompassing both hardware and software. An emphasis is placed on the system unit components, peripheral devices, and systems and applications software. Topics include: CPU, RAM, machine cycle, data representations, number systems, operating system characteristics, utility programs, language translators, communication devices, media, and networks. Students learn how to: effectively search the Internet for information, use Microsoft Windows, and use Microsoft productivity software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Fall, Spring
This course is a continuation of the basic principles of financial accounting. It covers partnership, corporate accounting for stocks and bonds, cash flow statements, the reporting of unusual events, and financial analysis.
AC 101 - Financial Accounting I
CIS 125 - Microcomputer Software I
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course explores the basic skills in arithmetic computation necessary for business operations. It also reviews fundamentals of arithmetic processes, fractions, decimals, percentages, problem solving, trade and cash discounts, borrowing and lending money, and determining markup. The material covered offers a basis for subsequent courses in accounting, merchandising, and related business subjects.
MA 025A - Algebra A
Fall
This course trains students in a current version of the Windows-based Microsoft Office suite of tools. Students will learn to apply Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word to business problems. Students will use Excel to format, chart, and manipulate data, including data analysis using formulas, built-in functions, tables, and PivotTables. In Access, students will be taught what a database is, create and modify tables, query and filter data, and create basic reports and forms. Students will develop and design effective presentations using PowerPoint, including using slide masters and infographics, and use Word features including formatting multiple-page documents, tables and mail merge.
- General Education Course
CIS 101 - Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
CIS 107 - Information Technology Fundamentals and Applications
Fall, Spring
This course develops student prose by utilizing the writing process (drafting, revising and editing). Students are required to complete a process portfolio that includes 3-5 typed, revised, and edited MLA papers, reflective and low-stakes writing assignments, and at least one paper that demonstrates proper research techniques. All writing assignments must demonstrate and develop the writing process, critical thinking, and writing skills. Throughout the term, a variety of reading assignments and topics are introduced to develop interpretive and argumentative skills, while developing a critical understanding of well-crafted, professional prose.
- General Education Course
EN 101 - Composition I
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course prepares students for effective public speaking presentations. Students research, organize, write, and deliver a variety of speeches designed to inform, persuade, motivate, and entertain in diverse public settings.
Supportive lab services are available to support students for the mastery of the art of public speaking. The lab will provide opportunity for engagement, one-on-one coaching, mentoring and tutoring that will foster innovations in speaking publically, professionally and personally. Materials used inthe lab will be comprised of the OER textbook and supplemental materials found on the Libguides.
College Level or with applicable co-requisite
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
This course explores the general principles and theories of psychology, history and methodology, sensation, perception, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, intelligence, personality, and the physiological basis of behavior.
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
Course Code : MA 101
Course Description :
This course covers the study and application of the concepts of symbolic logic, sets, and finite and infinite mathematical systems.
Prerequisites :
MA 022 - Mathematics Fundamentals for Liberal Arts
OR
MA 025 - Accelerated Algebra
OR
MA 025A - Algebra A
OR
MA 025B - Algebra B
OR
Test Placement
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : MA 102
Course Description :
This course provides an introduction to a variety of mathematical concepts found in the real world, including counting methods, probability, statistics, personal finance, and voting methods.
Prerequisites :
MA 022 - Mathematics Fundamentals for Liberal Arts
OR
MA 025 - Accelerated Algebra
OR
MA 025A - Algebra A
OR
MA 025B - Algebra B
OR
Test Placement
Semesters Offered :
Offered periodically
Course Code : MA 103
Course Description :
This course covers the development and application of statistical concepts including descriptive statistics, probability, normal distribution, tests of hypothesis testing differences, sampling theory, and correlation.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
MA 022 - Mathematics Fundamentals for Liberal Arts
OR
MA 025 - Accelerated Algebra
OR
MA 025A - Algebra A
OR
MA 025B - Algebra B
OR
Test Placement
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : MA 108
Course Description :
This course covers the study and application of the concept of sets, relations, functions, and the real number system. Topics include polynomials, rational expressions, and radicals. Emphasis is placed on solving polynomial and rational equations as well as linear systems, and graphing linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
MA 025 - Accelerated Algebra
OR
MA 025B - Algebra
OR
Test Placement
Corequisites :
MA 080 - College Algebra Support
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : MA 109
Course Description :
This course prepares students for calculus. Topics include the study of functions, and emphasis is placed on the properties of inverse, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions and analytic geometry.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
MA 108 - College Algebra
OR
Test placement
OR
Permission of the Department Chairperson
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : MA 110
Course Description :
This course is an introduction to linear programming and the mathematics of finance. Topics include equations, inequalities, functions, graphs, matrix algebra, and linear programming applications.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
MA 108 - College Algebra
OR
Test placement
OR
Permission of the Department Chairperson
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : MA 115
Course Description :
This course covers the study of the concept of limits, differentiation, and integration of algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Emphasis is placed on the use of calculus as a tool to solve application problems.
Prerequisites :
MA 109 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics
OR
Test placement
OR
Permission of the Department chairperson.
Recommended for students enrolled in the Electronics Engineering Technology Program.
Semesters Offered :
Fall
Course Code : MA 120
Course Description :
This course covers the study of the concepts of limits, continuity, derivatives, and differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions. It also includes applications of the derivative, maxima, and minima and introductions to anti-derivatives, Riemann Sum, and the Fundamental Theorems.
Prerequisites :
MA 109 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics
OR
Test placement
OR
Permission of the Department chairperson.
Recommended for students enrolled in the Electronics Engineering Technology Program.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : MA 121
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of MA 120. It further explores the study and application of the concepts of antiderivatives, definite integrals, and techniques of integration. Topics include transcendental functions, improper integrals, and infinite series.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
MA 120 - Calculus I
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : MA 150
Course Description :
This course introduces students to the theoretical foundations of Computer Science. It exposes them to reasoning in a systematic way when describing algorithms and other Computer Science applications. The students will also be introduced to a variety of topics including: sets, relations, logic proofs, functions, permutations, recursion, trees, graphs, groups, languages, finite-state machines, and computability.See CIS 250.
Prerequisites :
MA 101
OR
MA 109
AND
either CIS 160
OR
CIS 165
Semesters Offered :
Fall
Course Code : MA 200
Course Description :
This course covers the study of finite dimensional vector spaces. Topics include vectors and vector spaces, matrices, determinants, systems of linear equations, kernels, linear transformations, quadratic forms, eigenvalues and eigen-vectors, and applications.
Prerequisites :
MA 120 - Calculus I
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : MA 201
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of MA 121. Emphasis is placed on the study and application of power series, polar coordinates, multivariable functions, vector valued functions, partial derivatives, multiple integration, and vector calculus.
Prerequisites :
MA 121 - Calculus II
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : MA 202
Course Description :
This course covers the application of differential equations and their standard methods of solution. Topics include linear differential equations of the first and higher orders, linear equations of the second order, numerical approximations, and series solution.
Prerequisites :
MA 121 - Calculus II
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
This course emphasizes setting up and solving accounting problems using Microsoft Excel. Through lectures, demonstrations and individual exercises, the course covers mathematical and statistical functions, analysis across multiple worksheets and various formatting activities.
AC 102 - Financial Accounting II
CIS 125 - Microcomputer Software I
Fall, Spring
This course explores the study of managerial uses of accounting information for solving business problems. Among the topics covered are cost systems, manufacturing and cash budgets, process and job costing, the time value of money, and standard costs.
AC 101 - Financial Accounting I
AC 101 - Financial Accounting 1
and
CIS 101 - Computer Concepts and Applications
or
CIS 107 - Information Technology Fundamentals and Applications
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course focuses on the study of the principles and laws pertaining to the preparation of federal and state individual and business income tax returns. It also emphasizes the use of tax preparation software, and how to conduct research on the IRS website.
AC 101 - Financial Accounting I
MA 010B - Basic Mathematics B
CIS 101 - Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
CIS 107 - Information Technology Fundamentals and Applications
Fall
This course explores the recording of business transactions using QuickBooks, an up-to-date commercial software program designed for small businesses. Utilizing QuickBooks software, the instruction emphasizes service businesses, merchandising businesses, and various legal forms of a business such as a sole proprietorship and a partnership.
AC 101 - Financial Accounting I
AC 102 - Financial Accounting II
CIS 125 - Microcomputer Software I
Fall, Spring
This course introduces students to the complexities of modern personal money management and helps them avoid some problems in everyday living. The topics covered include the development of a needs analysis and budgeting, basic investment options, the intricacies of home ownership, consumer credit, the need for insurances, and retirement planning.Students must be college-level.
Students must be college-level.
Spring
This course will provide students with an opportunity to intern in accounting firms and gain valuable work experience. The Business Department will secure the internships which can be paid or unpaid positions. Supervision will be provided by the Business Department through on-the-job visits, discussions with accounting firm managers, and individual progress reports.
Requirements for this course: 2.75 GPA in accounting courses and a recommendation by two full-time business faculty. Students not meeting these requirements will take any other business courses.
AC 225 - Federal Taxation - Theory and Practice
AC 226 - Accounting Software Applications
AC 295 - Accounting Capstone
Fall, Spring
This course requires students in their final semester to use the full scope of their academic training to demonstrate their knowledge and application skills in accounting and Excel. This will be accomplished by assigning the student various projects covering areas such as the complete accounting cycle, payroll, job costing, bank reconciliations, financial statement development and analysis, taxation, budgeting, creating and maintaining computerized accounting systems using QuickBooks Pro, writing appropriate business documents, and evaluating ethical issues.
AC 226 - Accounting Software Applications
AC 225 - Federal Taxation - Theory and Practice
Fall, Spring
This course provides students with an understanding of the relationship between business and society and the ethical and moral dilemmas that may arise for managers when making business decisions. Topics explored include: Corporate social responsibility; business ethics fundamentals; personal and organizational ethics; and ethical management of stakeholders including government, consumers, employees, and the environment. A focus of this course is to understand how business can contribute to society through actions that promote sustainability.
BU 101 - Introduction to Business
ENS 106 - Public Speaking
Fall, Spring
The proper techniques and strategies necessary for employment in the business sector are explored. Proper mental preparation and job seeking opportunities are discussed. In addition, emphasis is on resume preparation, interviewing techniques, and pre- and post-interview letters. Students participate in videotaped mock interviews.
15 college credits completed
Fall
Course Code : AE 101
Course Description :
This course provides exposure to, and experience in, the essential aspects of the visual arts. It serves to develop an understanding of art through studying the visual elements of art and design, the media and process, and an overview of the chronological progression of art through history from a cultural perspective. It examines how art communicates, how to describe, analyze and interpret it, and how to see art as both a product and reflection of the historical and cultural context it is created in.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Spring 6A/B wk semesters, Fall 6 wk A/B semesters
Course Code : AE 103
Course Description :
This course surveys selected works of art in Western and Non-Western cultures from Prehistoric to the 13th Century. Study will focus on major artistic and cultural developments and their reflection in significant works of art within the political, social, economic, and philosophical context of each period. In addition to general historical understanding, this course will provide development in skills of critical analysis and interpreting of artworks. At least one museum trip is required.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : AE 104
Course Description :
This course surveys selected works of art in Western and Non-Western cultures from the 14th Century to present times. Study will focus on major artistic and cultural developments and their reflection in significant works of art within the political, social, economic, and philosophical context of each period. In addition to general historical understanding, this course will provide development in skills of critical analysis and interpreting of artworks. At least one museum trip is required.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : ARB 101
Course Description :
This course focuses on the basics of the Arabic language. The four basic skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking are introduced. Students will practice pronunciation of the alphabet and vocabulary. Group work and discussion on Arabic culture and tradition are an integral component of this course. This course assumes no previous knowledge of the Arabic language.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : ARB 102
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of Elementary Arabic I. The four language skills—listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing—continue to be developed.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
ARB 101 - Elementary Arabic I
OR
Permission of the instructor
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : EN 205
Course Description :
This course explores the major literary genres with emphasis on the techniques of understanding and interpreting poetry, drama, short stories, and novels. It also focuses on modern literature and writers of current interest.
- General Education Course
Corequisites :
EN 102 - Composition II
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Course Code : EN 215
Course Description :
This course surveys the masterpieces of world literature from “the beginnings” to 1650. A variety of cultural, intellectual, historical, and literary perspectives are explored in selections from Europe, India, the Middle East, and Asia. Works studied include The Epic of Gilgamesh, The Ramayana, The Thousand and One Nights, and the T’ao Ch’ien. In addition to listed readings, other literary works and sacred texts from around the world may be discussed.
Corequisites :
EN 102 - Composition II
Semesters Offered :
Fall
Course Code : EN 216
Course Description :
This course surveys the masterpieces of world literature from 1650 to present. A variety of cultural, intellectual, historical, and literary perspectives are explored in selections from around the world. Authors studied include Matsuo Basho, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Emily Dickinson, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Chinua Achebe. In addition to listed authors, other literary works from around the world may be discussed.
- General Education Course
Corequisites :
EN 102 - Composition II
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : FR 101
Course Description :
This course is a foundation in the basics of French. Grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary are introduced within a natural context. Emphasis is on speaking, reading, and writing simple ideas, in addition to recognizing and responding to culturally appropriate behaviors in everyday situations.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : FR 102
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of FR 101 with greater emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Instruction includes grammar drills, conversation, reading, and guided composition. Reading selections focus on different aspects of French civilization and culture.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
FR 101 - Elementary French I
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : FR 201
Course Description :
This course offers a systematic study of the language with particular attention to grammar review, vocabulary growth, conversation, and reading comprehension. Student participation in the language laboratory is required.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
FR 101 - Elementary French I
FR 102 - Elementary French II
OR
at least two years of high school French
Semesters Offered :
Offered periodically
Course Code : MU 106
Course Description :
This course is for those students seeking to fulfill the humanities requirement. Emphasis is placed on listening skills. The basic elements of music are covered along with notation of pitch and rhythm, as well as musical periods from medieval to today’s hip-hop.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : PH 101
Course Description :
The student will study the historical development ofPhilosophy, andwilldemonstratea written and verbal understanding of themajor issues, ideas, and contributors to the development of Philosophy in Western Civilization.The courseis designedto give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the major thinkers and the fundamental problems of the Western Philosophical tradition.Emphasis shall be given to the epistemological (problem of knowledge) andmetaphysical(problem of reality) problems in the history of Philosophy.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 101
Course Description :
The student will study the historical development of Philosophy, and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues, ideas, and contributors to the development of
Philosophy in Western Civilization. The course is designed to give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the major thinkers and the fundamental problems of the Western Philosophical tradition. Emphasis shall be given to the epistemological (problem of knowledge) and metaphysical (problem of reality) problems in the history of Philosophy.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 106
Course Description :
The student will study the major Ethical theories and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues and problems in the development of Ethical theory and its application to contemporary moral issues. The courseis designedto give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the traditional ethical thinkers and the major controversies of the contemporary world.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 106
Course Description :
The student will study the major Ethical theories and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues and problems in the development of Ethical theory and its
application to contemporary moral issues. The course is designed to give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the traditional ethical thinkers and the major controversies of the contemporary world.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 108
Course Description :
Students will study modern philosophy and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues and problems in the development of modern epistemology and ontology.
The course is designed to give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the traditional Modern thinkers: the debate between the Rationalists and the Empiricists, Kant’s Transcendental Idealism, Hegel’s critique of Kant and Nietzsche’s overcoming of metaphysics. The major controversies of the Enlightenment period will be a central concern in this course.
Semesters Offered :
Offered periodically
Course Code : SP 101
Course Description :
This course uses a comprehension-based proficiency approach to the acquisition of Spanish. Pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar are presented audio-visually in a natural, culture-based context through the continuous story line of Destinos, a Spanish soap opera. Students practice speaking, writing, and reading skills while developing a high level of listening comprehension. In addition to language skills, students develop cultural knowledge and awareness of the Spanish-speaking world. This course is for those students whose native language is not Spanish.
1 hour laboratory
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : SP 102
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of Spanish 101 with greater emphasis placed on developing oral communication. Through the Destinos soap opera format, students increase their Spanish language skills and knowledge of Hispanic cultures. This course is for those students whose native language is not Spanish and have had two years of High School Spanish or SP 101.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
SP 101 - Elementary Spanish I
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : SP 201
Course Description :
This course is intended for those students who have completed Spanish 102 and wish to continue improving their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary are presented audio-visually in a natural, culture-based context. Special emphasis is placed on developing more advanced conversational skills through continued exposure to the Destinos soap opera, diverse classroom activities, and authentic realia.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
SP 102 - Elementary Spanish II
The prerequisite may be waived with 3 years of High School Spanish or permission of the Department.
Semesters Offered :
Fall
Course Code : SP 202
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of SP 201 with emphasis on developing more advanced listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. The materials used include the Destinos soap opera, films, authentic realia, and relevant field trips.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
SP 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
The prerequisite may be waived with 3 years of High School Spanish or permission of the Department.
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : SP 205
Course Description :
This course introduces major genres of literature with special emphasis on the techniques of reading and interpreting novels, short stories, essays, and poetry. It analyzes the relationship between each literary piece and the historic period in which it was written. This course is intended for those students who have completed SP 202 or are native Spanish speakers.
- General Education Course
Course Code : ST 112
Course Description :
This course addresses the role of theater as an art form andmeans of communicating ideas regarding cultural value andhuman understanding. Contributions of the audience,playwright, actor, director, designer, and technician to theatricalproduction are covered. Elements of historical genres, theimportance of audience, and the total experience of theater arediscussed as supplemental to the foundation materialmentioned above.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
