ACTG 171 – Federal Income Tax (CRN: 95951)

at Skyline College for Fall 2026

Course Information

Preparation of Federal and California income tax returns for individuals; basic income tax law, theory and practice. Students who successfully complete this course may apply to the California Tax Education Council (CTEC) to become a Registered Tax Preparer in California.


Lecture hours/semester: 64-72

Homework hours/semester: 128-144

Total Student Learning hours/semester: 192-216

Recommended: ACTG 100 or ACTG 121 or equivalent

Course Details

Grade Mode: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass

Units: 4

Department: Accounting

Transfer Credit: CSU

Meeting Information
InstructorMeeting DateMeeting TimeDaysBuildingRoomSectionSection Description
Alexander Korniakov08/16 - 12/19TBAVirtualRemoteOLHOnline
Critical Dates
EventDate
Last Day to AddAugust 28, 2026
Last day to drop with a refundNot specified
Last Day to drop without W GradeSeptember 7, 2026
Last Day to drop with W GradeNovember 16, 2026
Last Day to Change to Pass/No PassDecember 19, 2026
Section Fees
DescriptionFee
Book-Inclusive Digital Acc-SKY$105