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Southern Utah University
Fall Semester 2025

Accounting Information Systems (Face-to-Face)

ACCT 3100-01

Course: ACCT 3100-01
Credits: 3
Term: Fall Semester 2025
Department: ACFN
CRN: 30080

Course Description

Students will understand the “traditional” and “state of the art” accounting information systems (AIS). Students will better understand modeling processes, flowcharting and diagramming techniques, business information and information process rules, risks, controls and AIS designing techniques. Students will become knowledgeable of the classic transaction cycles (business processes), the attendant business activities, internal control mechanisms, documents, and persons of responsibility. Additionally, students will complete an intermediate-level QuickBooks case during the semester and a five-part data analytics case using Excel and Tableau.

Required Texts

You are required to purchase the Revel version of Romney, Steinbart, Summers, and Wood, Accounting Information Systems, 15e, for this course. We will use Revel for assigned reading, comprehension checks, and chapter quizzes. This course participates in Inclusive Access, which simplifies the purchase process and gives you automatic access on day one of the Class. The bookstore will automatically bill your student account and you will access the Text through the “Access Pearson” link on the class Canvas page (no access code required). 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
  1. Apply Accounting information systems terminology.
  2. Read and create business process/ system documentation.
  3. Operate database structure and database management systems.
  4. Identify common risks and controls for business processes and accounting information systems.
  5. Demonstrate proficiency using accounting software tools.

Course Requirements

Acceptance into the School of Business OR permission from a School of Business advisor OR have an approved Accounting minor.

Course Outline

EXAMS
There will be two exams, administered at certain points mid-semester. Each exam is not comprehensive and must be taken in-class. Exams will be multiple choice and are not open book or open note. Each exam will be worth 120 points, 240 total, for a combined total of 20% of your finalgrade.  
 
QUICKBOOKS PROJECT
Demonstrating the ability to apply accounting information systems concepts in a true-to-life scenario is an important part of this course. Intuit’s QuickBooks software package is an AIS package that is frequently used by small and medium-sized businesses. Throughout the semester, you will be required to implement an accounting information system using QuickBooks. This comprehensive case includes multiple milestone assignments, each building off previous assignments. It is important for you to complete each assignment in a timely manner as doing so will affect your ability to complete the next assignment. Please see Canvas for assignment due dates. The case will primarily be completed in class with the final portion being completed outside of class. The QuickBooks case will make up 17% of your overall grade. 
 
REVEL ASSIGNMENTS
Each chapter will involve reading assignments in Revel, which will be due by the start of the next class period. Revel assignments include required reading as well as comprehension check questions and activities and a chapter quiz. You will have one assignment for each chapter we cover from the book. Revel assignments will be due at the beginning of class, the class period after we finish covering a topic. Each assignment will be worth 20 points, for a grand total of 300 points, or 25% of your grade.
 
EXTENSION ASSIGNMENTS
Extension assignments will primarily deal with application of course principles, whereas Revel deals with knowledge of terms and principles covered within the textbook. Extension assignments will be due at the beginning of class, the class period after we finish covering a topic. Each extension assignment will be worth 20 points, for a total of 140 points (12% of the grade). 
 
QUIZZES
We will have a quiz each Tuesday (with the exception of the first full week of class). Quizzes will cover topics from the previous week and must be completed in-person, through Canvas. Quizzes are closed book and should involve your efforts, not those of a friend or the internet. There will be a total of seven quizzes throughout the semester. I will retain the highest six scores, in calculating your grade. As such, these will be worth 120 points (10% of your grade).  
 
TECHWEAR CASE
You will complete a multi-part case using Excel and Tableau. The case will allow you to improve Excel skills and gain exposure to Tableau, a very useful data visualization software. You do not need to purchase Tableau, which is available for free to students. Case instructions and information about obtaining Tableau will be provided on Canvas. The case will primarily be completed in class and will comprise 17% of your overall grade. 
 
EXTRA CREDIT
There may be opportunities for extra credit throughout the semester. Please note, I will never offer an individual student extra credit without extending that same opportunity to the entire class (so please don’t ask “what can I do…” at the end of the semester). 

Instructor's policies on late assignments and/or makeup work

No late work will be accepted unless arranged with me in advance. You are responsible for letting me know that you will miss an assignment or other due date. You are also responsible for completing work before the due date. Only missed work due to university-sponsored absences will be allowed to be made up. 

Attendance Policy

As a face-to-face course, attendance is expected in each class period. That said, your grade will not reflect attendance, unless it be in the form of missed assignments, quizzes, or exams. 

Course Fees

This course involves a $67.50 course fee ($22.50 per credit hour | 3 credit hours). 

Grading Scale

Grading Scale
A: 94% and above (1,122 and above points) 
A-: 90 - 94% (1,074 – 1,121 points) 
B+: 87 – 90% (1,038 – 1,073 points)
B: 84 - 87% (1,002 – 1,037 points) 
B-: 80 – 84% (954 – 1,001 points) 
C+: 77 – 80% (918 – 953 points)
C: 74 – 77% (882 – 917 points) 
C-: 70 – 74% (840 – 881 points) 
D+: 67 – 70% (798 – 839 points)
D: 64 – 67% (762 – 797 points) 
D-: 61 – 64% (726 – 761 points)
F: Below 61% (0 – 725 points)

Point Assignment

Point Assignment 
  • Exam I - 120
  • Exam II - 120
  • QuickBooks Case - 200
  • Revel Assignments - 300
  • Extension Assignments - 140
  • In-Class Quizzes - 120
  • TechWear Exercise - 200
Total Possible Points - 1,200

ADA Statement

Students with medical, psychological, learning, or other disabilities desiring academic adjustments, accommodations, or auxiliary aids will need to contact the Disability Resource Center, located in Room 206F of the Sharwan Smith Center or by phone at (435) 865-8042. The Disability Resource Center determines eligibility for and authorizes the provision of services.

If your instructor requires attendance, you may need to seek an ADA accommodation to request an exception to this attendance policy. Please contact the Disability Resource Center to determine what, if any, ADA accommodations are reasonable and appropriate.

Academic Credit

According to the federal definition of a Carnegie credit hour: A credit hour of work is the equivalent of approximately 60 minutes of class time or independent study work. A minimum of 45 hours of work by each student is required for each unit of credit. Credit is earned only when course requirements are met. One (1) credit hour is equivalent to 15 contact hours of lecture, discussion, testing, evaluation, or seminar, as well as 30 hours of student homework. An equivalent amount of work is expected for laboratory work, internships, practica, studio, and other academic work leading to the awarding of credit hours. Credit granted for individual courses, labs, or studio classes ranges from 0.5 to 15 credit hours per semester.

Academic Freedom

SUU is operated for the common good of the greater community it serves. The common good depends upon the free search for truth and its free exposition. Academic Freedom is the right of faculty to study, discuss, investigate, teach, and publish. Academic Freedom is essential to these purposes and applies to both teaching and research.

Academic Freedom in the realm of teaching is fundamental for the protection of the rights of the faculty member and of you, the student, with respect to the free pursuit of learning and discovery. Faculty members possess the right to full freedom in the classroom in discussing their subjects. They may present any controversial material relevant to their courses and their intended learning outcomes, but they shall take care not to introduce into their teaching controversial materials which have no relation to the subject being taught or the intended learning outcomes for the course.

As such, students enrolled in any course at SUU may encounter topics, perspectives, and ideas that are unfamiliar or controversial, with the educational intent of providing a meaningful learning environment that fosters your growth and development. These parameters related to Academic Freedom are included in SUU Policy 6.6.

Academic Misconduct

Scholastic honesty is expected of all students. Dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent (see SUU Policy 6.33). You are expected to have read and understood the current SUU student conduct code (SUU Policy 11.2) regarding student responsibilities and rights, the intellectual property policy (SUU Policy 5.52), information about procedures, and what constitutes acceptable behavior.

Please Note: The use of websites or services that sell essays is a violation of these policies; likewise, the use of websites or services that provide answers to assignments, quizzes, or tests is also a violation of these policies. Regarding the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), you should check with your individual course instructor.

Emergency Management Statement

In case of an emergency, the University's Emergency Notification System (ENS) will be activated. Students are encouraged to maintain updated contact information using the link on the homepage of the mySUU portal. In addition, students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Emergency Response Protocols posted in each classroom. Detailed information about the University's emergency management plan can be found at https://www.suu.edu/emergency.

HEOA Compliance Statement

For a full set of Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) compliance statements, please visit https://www.suu.edu/heoa. The sharing of copyrighted material through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing, except as provided under U.S. copyright law, is prohibited by law; additional information can be found at https://my.suu.edu/help/article/1096/heoa-compliance-plan.

You are also expected to comply with policies regarding intellectual property (SUU Policy 5.52) and copyright (SUU Policy 5.54).

Mandatory Reporting

University policy (SUU Policy 5.60) requires instructors to report disclosures received from students that indicate they have been subjected to sexual misconduct/harassment. The University defines sexual harassment consistent with Federal Regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106, Subpart D) to include quid pro quo, hostile environment harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. When students communicate this information to an instructor in-person, by email, or within writing assignments, the instructor will report that to the Title IX Coordinator to ensure students receive support from the Title IX Office. A reporting form is available at https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?SouthernUtahUniv

Non-Discrimination Statement

SUU is committed to fostering an inclusive community of lifelong learners and believes our university's encompassing of different views, beliefs, and identities makes us stronger, more innovative, and better prepared for the global society.

SUU does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sex discrimination and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, disability status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or other bases protected by applicable law in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services.

SUU strives to cultivate a campus environment that encourages freedom of expression from diverse viewpoints. We encourage all to dialogue within a spirit of respect, civility, and decency.

For additional information on non-discrimination, please see SUU Policy 5.27 and/or visit https://www.suu.edu/nondiscrimination.

Pregnancy

Students who are or become pregnant during this course may receive reasonable modifications to facilitate continued access and participation in the course. Pregnancy and related conditions are broadly defined to include pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, related medical conditions, and recovery. To obtain reasonable modifications, please make a request to title9@suu.edu. To learn more visit: https://www.suu.edu/titleix/pregnancy.html.

Disclaimer Statement

Information contained in this syllabus, other than the grading, late assignments, makeup work, and attendance policies, may be subject to change with advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor.