MarkvilleSecondary School
Business Department
BAT4M Principles of Financial Accounting
Course Overview:
This course introduces students to advanced accounting principles that will prepare them for postsecondary studies in business. Students will learn about financial statements for various forms of business ownership and how those statements are interpreted in making business decisions. This course expands students’ knowledge of sources of financing, further develops accounting methods for assets, and introduces accounting for partnerships and corporations. Pre-requisite: BAF3M, Intro. to Accounting (grade 11)
Curriculum Strands:
1)The Accounting Cycle
2)Accounting Practices for Assets
3)Partnerships and Corporations
4)Financial Analysis and Decision Making
Assessment & Evaluation of Student Achievement:
A variety of assessment and evaluation strategies will be used throughout the course. Devices listed below will be used for diagnostic, formative, or summative purposes:
• Informal and formal observation • Quizzes, tests, exam• Checklists and rubrics
• Verbal and written feedback• Assignments, activities, journals• Teacher-student conferences
• Self assessment• Presentations and debates• Exemplars
• Peer assessment• Business reports and cases• ISU / Summative project
Evaluation: - ACHIEVEMENT CATEGORIES ANDMARK WEIGHTS
Term WorkOverall
Knowledge and Understanding21%Term Work 70%
Application21%Final Summative 30%
Thinking 14%(project and exam)
Communication 14% ____
70% 100%
COURSE WEBSITE:
Course information, homework and due dates will be posted on our course page. It is important to check the site frequently!
CLASS PARTICIPATION:
Punctuality, regular attendance, completion of homework and active participation in class and group activities are critical for success in this course. These items will be considered when evaluating your learning skills.
TEXTBOOK:
Accounting Principles - Second edition, Weygandt, Jerry J., et. al.(replacement cost: $95.00)
TEACHERS:
Your teachers are available to help you outside class upon request. Please discuss concerns and seek help as required.
TeacherWork RoomPreparation Period(with appointment)
Mr. TimmBusinessRm. 202 Period 4
Attendance:
When returning from an absence, it is the student’s responsibilityto provide an admit slip to the teacher and to catch up on all missed class work or evaluations. Invalid lateness or absences from class will not be tolerated and will receive immediate action. Students who come late to class without a valid note (e.g. from parent, guidance, office or teacher), will not be granted extra time to complete any assessment/evaluation. Attendance concerns will be referred to a Vice-Principal and parent/guardian will be contacted.
Assessment and Evaluation:
Your success in this course will depend on the completion of all classroom activities and homework assignments. Evaluations submitted after the deadline will not be accepted. All assignments are due at the beginning of the class day specified.
If you are absent on the day of a test or quiz due to illness, you will require a note from a doctor to validate your absence for this course. If you know in advance that you will be absent for an evaluation, i.e. school field trip or sporting event, you are required to notify your teacher prior to the absence in order to be eligible to write the evaluation when you return to school.
Academic Honesty:
All work submitted by students for evaluation must be their own original effort. A student who cheats, presents work done by others as if it were his/her own (plagiarizes), copies the work of others, or does not properly credit a source is being academically dishonest. Any student accused of plagiarism must prove that the work submitted is indeed their own and original. In all cases, the teacher will discuss the situation with the student and parents/guardians. Plagiarized work will receive a mark of zero. Students will submit both a hardcopy and electronic copy of assignments to their teacher.
Class Policies:
Submitting Assignments On Time. Due dates must be followed! Assignments are due at the start of the class specified.
Washroom Privileges. It is expected that you use the washroom prior to the start of class. Using the washroom during class time is a privilege, not a right. It is expected that this privilege will not be abused.
Code of Ethics:
Respect for the rights of others to speak, listen and learn without interruptions or distractions. Speak to others the way you want to be spoken to. Treat others the way that you want to be treated. Do no disrupt the learning environment.
Respect yourself. Attend classes, participate, complete your work. Be healthy – get proper rest, nutrition and exercise.
Respect the classroom environment. Food and drinks, outdoor garments (coats, jackets, etc.) and electronic devices (music players, cell phones etc.) are not allowed in the classroom. Please leave these items in your locker.
Best of luck and success in your academic pursuits!
- Mr. Timm
Parent/Guardian Section:
Parent / Guardian involvement and support is essential for student success! Please contact the main office at (905) 940-8840if a student will be absent for the day. Please contact the classroom teacher at (905) 940-8840ext. 202 if you have any questions about student progress.
Thank you in advance for your interest and support.
- Mr. Timm
I have read the course outline and am aware of the course requirements, policies and procedures.
Parent/Guardian Name: ______Signature: ______Date: ______
Revised Fall 2008