An introduction to the federal income tax code as it relates to individuals and business entities. The course covers income, deductions and losses comprising taxable income, property transactions and the determination of tax liability. Application of the tax law is practiced with basic tax research, tax planning and tax return preparation. Prerequisite: ACC 101

This course is the study of the federal tax system, withholding taxes, payroll taxes, self-employment taxes, and individual income taxes. Emphasis is given to the Internal Revenue Code for tax accounting for individuals and businesses. Also covered are special tax computations, tax credits, gains and losses, inventories and depreciation, as well as tax problem researching sources and preparation of returns.