1.      Absences, tardiness, classroom performance, and attitude will affect the final grade; therefore, attendance is vital. Students who drop during the "W" period should officially withdraw from the class. If you stop coming to class without officially withdrawing, you might get an “F.”  

2.      Your homework problems are Series A, odd numbers. You can use plain paper, Excel (templates are available on the text’s website), and forms from www.irs.gov to complete homework. 

3.      Students are required to bring the textbook to every class. 

4.     Homework assignments are due stapled in the beginning of the class. I do not expect perfect answers/solutions, but you will try your best to solve ALL assigned problems. Your homework must be completed either in Word, Excel, by hand, or as a combination of these methods.  I will not accept homework completed in the textbook.  You have to staple the homework; it must look neat. 

5.      We will go over the problems in class. I will not accept any late homework as solutions to the problems will be emailed to the class the following day.  If you are missing the class, you have to ensure the instructor receives your homework on time.    

6.      There are no make up exams.  Exams may be taken prior to test date by arrangement with instructor.  

7.      It is really important to study daily.  Do not get behind.  You are encouraged to work in teams and pair up with somebody to study for the subject. 

8.      You will need to have computer/internet access to complete some assignments and the payroll project. Let me know if you do not have computer access. 

9.      Current events or class needs may dictate a change in the class schedule.  Responsibility, however, to complete all reading and homework assignments as outlined rests with the student 

10.  The instructor’s website has links to many supplemental resources, as well as course documents, hard copies of which you will usually receive in class. 

 * TENTATIVE: Instructor reserves the right to change the grading structure.  Extra point assignments will be given to the entire class.  These will not be given on individual basis.

Computerized Project – Appendix A:

• This project is time consuming and has lots of work at the end on pg. A-25. Do not wait until the last minute to do it. Penalties are strict regardless of your reason.
• You must have a computer and printer to finish this project.
• After the first test, you will receive an additional printout explaining the details of the project.

Other Comments:

• The tests consist of two parts: the Scantron portion (green), which will include true/false and multiple choice questions + the problems portion (yellow).  You can use a calculator and a dictionary on the exams. The instructor will provide scratch paper.
• The instructor will give reviews a class before the test is scheduled with additional information about types of questions and problems. We will also go over a sample (Achievement Tests) in class before your midterms.
• Each chapter has an interactive online quiz at http://websites.swlearning.com/cgi-wadsworth/course_products_wp.pl?fid=M20b&flag=student&product_isbn_issn=9780324663730&disciplinenumber=400.  The results must be emailed to the instructor by the deadline.  If you receive above 95% on a quiz, you will get full 10 pts (5 pts for 90-94.9%, 0 pts for below 90%).
• To avoid distracting noise in class, pagers must be off or in "vibration" mode, and cellular phones must be turned off or the ringing mode silenced.
• If you miss a class, you are responsible for getting notes/slide printouts on the material covered from a classmate, the instructor, or the website. 
• If clarification of the material is necessary, please see the instructor during his office hours or make an appointment to see the instructor.
• My office hours are for your use: visit my office with any questions about the class, Accounting and Business programs at Chabot, future courses to take, resume tips, etc.
• Students are to remain in class during the entire session with the exception of breaks.  Students are not allowed to come and go during class session.
• All class participants are expected to exhibit respectful behaviors to other students and the instructor.  All students have the right and privilege to learn in the class, free from harassment and disruption.  Inappropriate or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated, nor will lewd of foul language.
• I want this course to be a good experience for you.  But I cannot read minds and if you do not tell me what you are thinking there is little way for me to know.  If you have criticism of the course, material, or my teaching I hope you will let me know.