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ACCT 2302-70 & 71 Fall 2020 Principles of Managerial
Accounting (Principles of Accounting II)
Professor: David W Clark, MPA, CPA
Class Days/Times/Location or Other Format: Web-Based / On-line
Class Office Location: Classroom Center (CC) 222J Office Hours
(CST): Tue 7:45-9:30; 10:45-11:30 & 2:00-3:30; Thurs 7:45-9:30;
10:45-11:30 & 1:00-3:30 Office Phone: (806) 651-2996 Email:
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topics covered, but not policies) may be changed at the discretion
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WTAMU Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business Mission
Statement The mission of the Paul and Virginia Engler College of
Business is to provide high quality undergraduate and graduate
business education with a global perspective and ethical awareness.
We accomplish this through emphasis on excellence in teaching,
which is strengthened by faculty scholarship and supported by
professional service. Learning Objectives of the WTAMU Paul and
Virginia Engler College of Business Programs The Paul and Virginia
Engler College of Business (COB) at West Texas A&M University
(WTAMU) seeks to prepare students in the Bachelor of Business
Administration (BBA), Master of Business Administration (MBA),
Master of Professional Accounting (MPA), Master of Science in
Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics (MSCISBA) and
the Master of Science Finance and Economics (MSFE) degree programs
for careers in business and to foster their professional growth
and advancement via key learning goals and objectives. The
learning objectives of the Paul and Virginia Engler College of
Business are as follows:
Leadership
Communication
Critical Thinking
Business Integration
Core Business Knowledge
Global Business Environment
Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
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Course Description Principles of Managerial Accounting is
designed to help give the student a strong foundation and a solid
understanding of the basic accounting principles and procedures
that are essential for success in the business world, in the
accounting profession, and in future courses.
Principles of Managerial Accounting addresses financial
accounting concepts of corporate organization, shareholders’
equity, long-term debt, investments, cash flows, and financial
statement analysis. Managerial accounting topics covered are job
order and process cost systems, cost-volume-profit analysis,
budgeting, performance evaluation using standard costing,
differential analysis and product pricing, and capital investment
analysis.
Catalogue Description: Corporations: organization, equity,
dividends, bonds and investments; cash flows, financial statement
analysis; job order and process cost systems, cost behavior and
analysis; budgeting; standards; differential analysis, capital
investment analysis.
Course Objectives At the conclusion of the course, students are
expected to:
1. Understand the corporate form of organization, the impact of
transactions related to shareholders’ equity, corporate debt, and
investing by corporations. (Ch. 13, 14, 15)
2. Understand how to prepare a statement of cash flows and
understand basic techniques of financial statement analysis. (Ch.
16, 17)
3. Understand differences between financial and managerial
accounting, basic principles of job order and process cost systems,
the various types of manufacturing costs and period costs, cost
behavior, cost-volume-profit analysis, and product pricing. (Ch.
18, 19, 20, 21)
4. Understand the budgeting process, basic elements of standard
costing, activity-based costing, nonfinancial performance measures,
and techniques used in managerial decision-making. (Ch. 22, 23, 25,
26)
Map from COB Learning Objectives to Specific Course
Objectives
COB Learning Objective: Leadership
Students are given opportunities to develop and demonstrate
leadership through various group activities during class. Specific
outcomes include the ability to listen, to manage, to relate to the
group, to come to a group consensus, and to understand and adapt to
change. Maps to Course Objectives 3 and 4
COB Learning Objective: Communication
Students will be given instruction in and opportunities to
demonstrate competency in written communications related to the
corporate form of organization and concepts of financial and
managerial accounting. Maps to Course Objectives 1, 2, and 3
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COB Learning Objective: Critical Thinking
Students will be given instruction in and opportunities to
demonstrate competency in critical thinking and analyzing business
situations. Explicit learning outcomes are to: (1) Determine the
impacts of stock splits, stock dividends, and cash dividends for
the corporation and for the shareholders; (2) Know the differences
of using the cost, equity, or consolidated methods of accounting
for investments; (3) Identify operating, financing, and investing
activities and analyze the impacts of transactions on cash flows;
(4) Identify and use basic financial statement analytical
procedures; (5) Understand similarities and differences between
financial and managerial accounting; (6) Identify the roles of
financial and managerial accounting in business; (7) Understand the
differences between job order costing and process costing systems,
the various types of manufacturing costs, and the use of standard
costs; (8) Identify when the use of a job order system or a process
cost system is more appropriate; (9) Classify costs as variable,
fixed, or mixed—based on their behaviors; (10) Use differential
analysis to make basic business decisions; and (11) Understand
elementary principles of capital budgeting. Maps to all Course
Objectives
COB Learning Objective: Business Integration
Students are encouraged to demonstrate the capacity to integrate
quantitative and qualitative techniques to analyze alternatives
available to business organizations. Students will demonstrate the
capacity to formulate strategies that are feasible, understandable,
and foster long-term sustainability within the context of achieving
organizational goals and social responsibilities. Maps to all
Course Objectives
COB Learning Objective: Core Business Knowledge
Students will be given instruction in and opportunities to
demonstrate competency in functional business knowledge in
accounting. Explicit learning outcomes are to: (1) Identify the
sources of shareholders’ equity; (2) Record transactions related to
the issuance and repurchase of capital stock; (3) Record cash
dividends and stock dividends; (4) Calculate earnings per share;
(5) Understand the characteristics, terminology, and pricing of
bonds payable; (6) Understand the calculations and journal entries
for the issuance and redemption of bonds payable; (7) Understand
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calculations and journal entries related to investments in
bonds; (8) Know how to use the cost, equity, and fair value methods
of recording investments; (9) Know the various types of
manufacturing costs and manufacturing inventories; (10) Calculate
equivalent units of production; (11) Trace production costs through
the manufacturing process; (12) Identify and calculate standard
costs and cost variances; (13) Understand the basic elements of the
budgeting process; (14) Identify the major types of budgets; (15)
Calculate amounts for a flexible budget; (16) Understand the basic
techniques used in managerial decision-making, such as
cost-volume-profit analysis, differential analysis, and capital
investment analysis; (17) Compute contribution margins and
breakeven points; (18) Identify various methods of capital
investment analysis; and (19) Calculate the cash payback period for
a capital investment. Development of core business knowledge is
initiated with the instructor’s presentation of each topic. The
student’s comprehension is reinforced by reading the assigned
chapter of the textbook and completing related assignments. By
completing assignments, students are given opportunities to apply
their understanding of accounting concepts. Maps to all Course
Objectives
COB Learning Objective: Global Business Environment
The global business environment is not a specific objective of
this introductory course; however, the diverse faculty and student
populations within the College of Business provide opportunities
for fostering global awareness.
COB Learning Objective: Business Ethics and Corporate
Governance
Throughout the course are discussions of ethical considerations
in the profession of accountancy. Professional standards require
accountants to behave with integrity, to set the bar higher than
technical adherence to rules, regulations, and laws. While
companies establish internal controls and adopt procedures and
policies to address various situations, an ethical environment
relies both on management’s and employees’ ethical codes. Maps to
all Course Objectives
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Course Materials (Text, calculator, etc.)
Textbook: Accounting, 27th edition: Warren, Reeve, & Duchac
with CengageNOWv2 course access code. The ISBN # for just the
textbook is 978-1-337-27209-4. The WT Bookstore has a couple of
options on acquiring a loose-leaf textbook bundled with an access
code under ISBN 978-1-337-758742-6 or just an access code to
CengageNOWv2 that comes with an eBook under ISBN 978-1-337-27230-8.
You can also purchase directly from the publisher with several
different options including an unlimited semester access code that
you can use in conjunction with other classes. Make sure to
register through the course links I provide in our specific course.
I will post links inside the course to CengageNow for purchase
options mentioned above. Note: if you purchased an access code for
ACCT 2301 within the last year, make sure to check the expiration
date on your account as it may still be active for this course.
Publisher Site: CengageNOWv2 is an online site where all
homework and quizzes will be completed, and where you have access
to various resources, including an electronic version of the
textbook. You will need to purchase an on-line access code with
your textbook in order to use the CengageNOW site for the semester
assignments. Registration instructions will be posted in the course
in WTClass.
Other: A basic calculator will be needed for this course.
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Power Point will be needed for
this class. A basic PDF reader will be needed.
Course Teaching Methods This course is a fully-online, web-based
course. Students will work through assignments such as chapter
readings, pre-quizzes, study plans, homework, and chapter quizzes.
The Assignments and other on-line resources assist students in
understanding and applying accounting concepts.
All assignments (except exams) will be completed in CengageNOW.
To get started, log in to CengageNOW through the course link.
Beginning with Chapter 13, read the chapter, open the "Study Plan."
This contains a pre-quiz; for every chapter, depending on how well
you do on the pre-quiz, you will receive a study plan. Work through
the study plan and complete the homework and chapter quiz for each
chapter. The study plan contains eLectures and “show me” animated
examples, as well as the entire textbook in electronic form. The
homework and quiz will be used for a grade each week. The study
plan is optional for your to use as a study tool. By following the
chapter assignment plan on the Class Schedule, you will be
well-prepared for each week. See the due dates posted within
CengageNOW for the last date and time that each assignment will be
due. NOTE: This is not a self-paced course, there are specific due
dates posted in CengageNow and in WTClass.
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Course Grading Policies
Four exams (including a comprehensive final) will be given. Each
exam is worth 100 points. Out of these four exams, the lowest exam
score will be dropped.
Exam scores (3 highest scores @ 100 pts each) 300 points
Weekly homework assignments in CengageNOW (10 pts each ) 100
points
Weekly chapter quizzes in CengageNOW (10 pts each ) 100
points
Total 500 points
The grading scale is as follows: A 90 – 100% 450 – 500 points B
80 – 89 % 400 – 449 points C 70 – 79 % 350 – 399 points D 60 – 69 %
300 – 349 points F less than 60% below 300 points Students who miss
an exam due to University sponsored activities must make advance
arrangements to take the exam. If an unavoidable problem arises
during the semester that inhibits your performance in the course
you should contact me to discuss.
Preparation and Coursework
As with any on-line course, students must exercise good time
management and self-discipline in completing the course
assignments. In an on-line format, the readings component is one of
the most critical to success. Students must be able to comprehend
the new definitions and terminology associated with the material.
This is not a self-paced course; there are specific deadlines.
The leading cause of failure in accounting courses is the lack
of preparation. You should read the chapter prior to beginning any
assignment. Homework is assigned in order for you to practice the
concepts learned from your reading. Students who do not read the
chapter and work the assigned homework rarely do well in the
course. The publisher’s website contains several learning tools
such as eLectures, animated examples, and a study plan. Please take
advantage of these valuable resources as you work through the
material. Homework assignments will be made throughout the semester
along with Chapter quizzes. The assignments will be due as posted
on the CengageNow website. Homework will be completed and graded on
the CengageNow website and will count as part of this class grade
as outlined above. Chapter quizzes will be completed and graded on
the CengageNow website and will count as part of this class grade
as outlined above. No late homework assignments or quizzes will be
accepted unless associated with an excused absence or extreme
hardship. Exams will be given in WTClass (Black Board) as posted on
the class schedule.
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Each student’s preparation is essential to a successful
outcome.
Assigned Reading - Students should read the assigned chapter of
the textbook. See Class Schedule in WT Class.
Pre-quizzes, Study Plans, Homework, and Chapter Quizzes provide
opportunities to apply concepts covered in the assigned readings.
All homework and quizzes assigned are to be completed in
CengageNOW. Students may take each homework assignment an unlimited
number of times until the due date. Chapter Quizzes will be given
at the end of each chapter and may be attempted twice with the
highest attempt’s grade posted. Failure to complete these
assignments will limit a student’s opportunities to learn and will
impact the final course grade.
Exams (4) will be based on assigned readings, homework, and
other posted material. Exam questions will be in the form of
multiple choice, T/F, journal entries, and/or problems. See Class
Schedule for exam dates. These tentative dates are subject to
change. All exams will be given on-line in WTClass (I will give you
instructions at the time of the exam). Note: You must pay attention
to the scheduled window open to take the exams and the time limit
for each exam.
Course Assignment, Examination, and or Project Policies
All Cengage assignments (excluding exams) will be due as posted
on the CengageNOW website. Unless specific instructions allow
collaboration, all assignments are to be completed INDIVIDUALLY and
by the student enrolled in the course. It is totally unacceptable
to represent as your work any assignment, question, exercise, or
problem that is done by someone else. It is equally unacceptable to
copy from anyone or any source any assignment, question, exercise,
or problem, or to allow yours to be copied by anyone else. While it
is impossible to control, prevent, or detect all abuses, be assured
that if you cheat, you are cheating yourself, your classmates, and
your future employer.
Additional Course Policies For emails, please use WTClass
e-mail, not your gmail, hotmail, etc. as I will not know what
section you are in
if you do not use WTClass e-mail.
Stay on schedule - every assignment has a final due date. Do not
wait for the last minute to complete your
assignments! Odd things happen in cyberspace: emails get lost,
servers disconnect temporarily, logins are
impossible, etc., therefore allow time to accommodate technical
difficulties in submitting work or taking a test
or quiz. Back up every piece or work you do on your computer or
disk drive.
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Course Topics - Tentative Calendar of Readings, Topics, and Due
Dates
Note: Due dates for CengageNow assignments (homework and
quizzes) are posted inside CengageNow and
WTClass.
Netiquette:
Netiquette is basically using good manners in cyberspace. Since
most of the communication over the net is by
way of text, be sure your written words are not offensive to the
receiver.
Remember email is a document, and can be read by others than the
intended audience.
Flaming, or making personal attacks on a person, is also
unacceptable.
Whether you are in a chat room, writing an email or posting to a
discussion area, remember to use proper
etiquette in consideration of others. If you would like to read
more on the subject of netiquette, use these links:
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Course Schedule Fall 2020 Note:
Accounting 2302-70 & 71 On-line Section Due dates for
Homework and quizzes are posted in CengageNow.
Note: This schedule is subject to change.
Beginning Date for Week of : Material Covered Assignments
Aug 24Introduction to Course / On-line sign-up;
Begin working on Chapter 13 On-line Cengage
Assignments Sign-up in CengageNow On-line; Start On-line
assignments
Aug 31 Chapter 13 (finish assignments) Homework and other
assignments as per the Cengage On-line course.
Sept 7 Chapter 14 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Sept 14 Chapter 15 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Sept 21 Chapter 16 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Sept 28 to Oct 4 Exam #1 (Chapters 13,14,15 & 16) Exam will
be delivered on-line in WTClass (Black Board)
Oct 5 Chapter 17 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Oct 12 Chapter 18 / Chapter 19 Homework and other assignments as
per the Cengage On-line course.
Oct 19 Chapter 20 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Oct 26 Chapter 21 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Oct 30 Last Day to Drop / Withdraw from Course
Nov 2 to Nov 8 Exam #2 (Chapters 17,18,19, 20 & 21) Exam
will be delivered on-line in WTClass (Black Board)
Nov 9 Chapter 22 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Nov 16 Chapter 23 Homework and other assignments as per the
Cengage On-line course.
Nov 23 Chapter 25 / Chapter 26 (selected concepts) No Cengage
Homework or Quiz Assignments for these two chapters
Nov 28 to Dec 3 Exam #3 (Chapters 22,23,25 & 26) Exam will
be delivered on-line in WTClass (Black Board)
Dec 5 to Dec 7 Comprehensive Final Exam (Optional) Chapters 13 -
26, Omitting 24 (Exam delivered in WTClass (Black Board))
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Technology support:
WTClass Black Board support - IT Service Center (ITSC) by
calling 806-651-4357 (HELP) or by emailing
[email protected].
The ITSC help desk is open to assist students who need technical
support with WTClass. Check the ITSC page
for current hours. The ITSC is located in the Hastings
Electronic Learning Center (HELC).
Resources: There are several free supplemental resources for
this class:
Individual on-line tutoring through Educational Services (CC 106
– 651-2995).
Open on-campus Access Accounting and Finance lab / tutoring –
schedule will be distributed.
The CengageNow website contains a lot of information and helpful
study tools / information. WTAMU Paul and Virginia Engler COB
Student Code of Ethics Each student enrolled in COB courses accepts
personal responsibility to uphold and defend academic integrity and
to promote an atmosphere in which all individuals may flourish. The
COB Student Code of Ethics strives to set a standard of honest
behavior that reflects well on students, the COB and West Texas
A&M University. All students enrolled in business courses are
expected to follow the explicit behaviors detailed in the Student
Code of Ethics. Code of Ethics
Do not use notes, texts, solution manuals, or other aids for a
quiz or exam without instructor authorization.
Do not copy the work of others and/or allow others to view your
answers or copy your work during a quiz, exam, or on homework
assignments.
Do not allow other parties to assist in the completion of your
quiz, exam, homework, paper, or project when not permitted.
Do not work with other students on projects or assignments
without authorization from the course instructor.
Properly cite and specifically credit the source of text,
graphic, and web materials in papers, projects, or other
assignments.
Do not forge the signature of an instructor, advisor, dean, or
another student.
Provide truthful information for class absences when asking
faculty for excused absences or for a make-up for a quiz, exam, or
homework.
Provide truthful information on your resume including work
history, academic performance, leadership activities, and
membership in student organizations.
Respect the property, personal rights, and learning environment
of all members of the academic community. This includes posting,
sharing, and otherwise distributing the course materials outside of
this course without expressed permission of the faculty, college,
university, or system.
Live up to the highest ethical standards in all academic and
professional endeavors.
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Students violating the Student Code of Ethics will be reported
to the Dean’s office and are subject to penalties described in the
West Texas A&M University Code of Student Life, which may
include suspension from the University. In addition, a violator of
the Student Code of Ethics may become ineligible for participation
in student organizations sponsored by the COB and for recognition
for College academic honors, awards, and scholarships. COB Student
Resources Link The COB has developed a Student Resources repository
(e.g., APA writing style information, business core reviews,
facilities, and other helpful supplements), which can be found on
the COB Website. Additionally, WTAMU has developed an Academic
Study Skills information site to assist students (e.g., study
habits, supplemental instruction, tutoring, writing and math
skills), which can be found on the WTAMU Website. For WTAMU Writing
Center information (for students needing writing assistance,
guidance, and feedback), please visit their website. COB
Communications Component The Paul and Virginia Engler College of
Business Communication Component requires students to demonstrate
knowledge of communication skills. The COB communications component
is a requirement in the following courses: ACCT 4373 (Accounting
Communications), BUSI 1304 (Business Communication), BUSI 3320
(Digital Collaboration and Communication), BUSI 4333
(Cross-Cultural Issues in Business Communications), BUSI 4350
(Current Issues in Management Communications), BUSI 4375
(Healthcare Communication), BUSI 4380 (Conflict Resolution and
Negotiation), BUSI 4382 (Emerging Media Law), CIDM 3320 (Digital
Collaboration and Communication), ECON 4370 (Economics of Health
Care), FIN 3350 (Personal Financial Planning), FIN 4320
(Investments), FIN 4321 (Portfolio Theory), MGT 3335
(Organizational Behavior), MGT 4380 (Conflict Resolution and
Negotiation), or MKT 3342 (Consumer Behavior). Student Travel
Opportunities In multiple business courses, there may be
opportunities for student travel supplemented by student fees. If
you have an interest in such opportunities as they become
available, please notify a faculty member. Dropping/Repeating the
Course Should a student decide to drop the course, it is the
student’s responsibility to be aware of the final drop dates and
adhere to the WTAMU Add/Drop policy. Any student participating in
the course after the WTAMU posted drop date will be considered
active and a grade will be administered at the end of the course
for that student. Students are charged a fee for any course
attempted for a third or subsequent time at WTAMU other than a
non-degree credit developmental course or exempted courses.
Scholastic Dishonesty It is the responsibility of students and
instructors to help maintain scholastic integrity at the University
by refusing to participate in or tolerate scholastic dishonesty.
Commission of any of the following acts shall constitute scholastic
dishonesty. This listing is not exclusive of any other acts that
may reasonably be said to constitute scholastic dishonesty:
acquiring or providing information for any assigned work or
examination from any unauthorized source; informing any person or
persons of the contents of any examination prior to the time the
examination is given in subsequent sections of the course or as a
makeup; plagiarism; submission
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of a paper or project that is substantially the same for two
courses unless expressly authorized by the instructor to do so;
submission of a paper or project prepared by another student as
your own. You are responsible for being familiar with the
University's Academic Integrity Code, as well as the COB Student
Code of Ethics listed in this document. Academic Integrity All work
must be completed individually unless otherwise stated. Commission
of any of the following acts shall constitute scholastic
dishonesty: acquiring or providing information for any assigned
work or examination from any unauthorized source; informing any
person or persons of the contents of any examination prior to the
time the exam is given in any subsequent sections of the course or
as a makeup; plagiarism; submission of a paper or project that is
substantially the same for two courses unless expressly authorized
by the instructor to do so. For more information, see the Code of
Student Life.
Viewpoints/External Websites Disclaimer The views expressed in
this document, web-based course materials, and/or classroom
presentations and discussions are those of the professor and do not
necessarily represent the views of West Texas A&M University,
its faculty and staff, or its students. Views expressed by students
are likewise those of the person making such statements. It is
understood and expected that each individual within this course
will respect and allow individual difference of opinion. Neither
the professor, the COB, nor WTAMU are responsible for the content
of external websites discussed in the classroom and/or linked to
via online course materials, emails, message boards, or other
means. Referred websites are for illustrative purposes only, and
are neither warranted nor endorsed by the professor, COB, or WTAMU.
Web pages change frequently, as does domain name ownership. While
every effort is made to ensure proper referencing, it is possible
that students may on occasion find materials to be objectionable
for reasons beyond our control. Acceptable Student Behavior
Classroom behavior should not interfere with the instructor’s
ability to conduct the class or the ability of other students to
learn from the instructional program (Code of Student Life).
Unacceptable or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Students
engaging in unacceptable behavior may be instructed to leave the
classroom. Inappropriate behavior may result in disciplinary action
or referral to the University’s Behavioral Intervention Team. This
prohibition applies to all instructional forums, including
electronic, classroom, labs, discussion groups, field trips, etc.
Technology Requirements All technological requirements for the
successful completion of this course are the responsibility of the
student, including access to a working computer and/or to a device
with secure broadband Internet connection, data storage and
retrieval, and state-of-the-art security. The student is
responsible for all technological problems not related to WTAMU,
including but not limited to equipment failures, power outages, and
internet breakdowns. Furthermore, students are responsible for all
necessary technical and operational skills for completing this
course, and for being familiar with WTClass (the Blackboard
Learning
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Management System) both in a general sense and in a specific
sense as pertaining to this course and any materials stored within.
The professor is not responsible for any technical matters related
to WTClass. Students must contact the IT Service Center at
806-651-4357 or [email protected] if they have problems accessing
and/or using the WTClass environment. Students are also encouraged
to consult the Student Technology Support Portal at
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provide reasonable accommodations for all qualified persons with
disabilities. This University will adhere to all applicable
federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with
respect to providing reasonable accommodations as required to
afford equal educational opportunity. It is the student's
responsibility to register with Student Disability Services (SDS)
and to contact faculty members in a timely fashion to arrange for
suitable accommodations. Contact Information: Student Success
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A&M University is committed to providing a learning, working,
and living environment that promotes personal integrity, civility,
and mutual respect in an environment free of sexual misconduct and
discrimination. Title IX makes it clear that violence and
harassment based on sex and gender are Civil Rights offenses
subject to the same kinds of accountability and the same kinds of
support applied to offenses against other protected categories such
as race, national origin, etc. Harassment is not acceptable. If you
or someone you know has been harassed or assaulted, you can find
the appropriate resources
here:
WTAMU Title IX Coordinator- [email protected] or call
806.651.3199
WTAMU Counseling Services – Classroom Center 116, or call
806.651.2340
WTAMU Police Department – 806.651.2300, or dial 911
24-hour Crisis Hotline – 800.273.8255, or 806.359.6699, or
800.692.4039
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manner. Evacuation routes are posted in various locations
indicating all exits, outside assemble area, location of fire
extinguishers, fire alarm pull stations and emergency telephone
numbers (651.5000 or 911). In the event an evacuation is necessary;
evacuate immediately do not use elevators; take all personal
belongings with you; report to outside assembly area and wait for
further information; students needing assistance in the evacuation
process should bring this to the attention of the instructor at the
beginning of the semester.
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COVID-19 University Requirements Statement Beginning July 1,
2020 unless a health-related exception exists, wearing a face
covering is required for all individuals (faculty, staff, students,
and visitors) on the campus of West Texas A&M University and
campus facilities in the following areas: • Indoor public areas on
campus, including all non-private office or residential spaces,
such as lobbies, restrooms, common spaces in residence halls,
conference rooms, break rooms, elevators, and related campus
community areas; and • Outdoor spaces where six feet or more of
physical distancing is challenging to maintain reliably. Students
will be required to wear a face covering in all classrooms and
teaching/research laboratories; however, faculty will not be
required to wear face coverings in explicit learning spaces to
facilitate clear instruction. Current Faculty Senate Statement: The
WT Faculty Senate places the highest priority on the health and
safety of our university’s students, faculty, and staff. In
cooperation and consultation with Academic Affairs and Dean's
Council, Faculty Senate strongly supports that everyone in the
WTAMU campus community abide by the provisions, both present and
future, set out by system and university administration to maintain
health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Further, Faculty
Senate calls upon WT faculty to set an example for others by
consistently and correctly wearing masks or face coverings while on
campus, or at WT-sponsored events, as well as maintain at least six
feet of physical distance. Copyright All original content in this
document, all web-based course materials (be they text, audio,
and/or video), and/or classroom presentations are subject to
copyright provisions. No distribution without the express written
consent of the author. Students are prohibited from selling (or
being paid for taking) notes during this course to or by any person
or commercial firm without the express written permission of the
professor.
* Syllabus template approved by COB Curriculum Committee July
2020. Annual review of the syllabus is a formal part of the COB
continuous improvement process.