Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2026 - PUB 332 B100

Graphic Design in Transition: Print and Digital Periodicals (4)

Class Number: 5666

Delivery Method: Blended

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Location: TBA

  • Prerequisites:

    PUB 231.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An in-depth study of the design methods fundamental to periodicals in print and in digital media. Students evaluate, and engage in the design and repurposing of publications, exploring current practices of content delivery online and through mobile devices. Emphasis is placed on innovative methods and design practices for screen-based publishing.

COURSE DETAILS:

Blended Format:
Asynchronous Online Lecture (not in person) B100

In Person Labs (students choose one)
B101 - 10:30am - 12:20pm (Room 1340, Harbour Centre)
B102 - 12:30pm - 2:20pm (Room 1340, Harbour Centre)

Prerequisite waivers will be considered. Email pub-info@sfu.ca to be considered for a waiver.

In this course you will envision a publication and develop it both conceptually and practically through industry case studies and individual design projects. You will learn how to design an effective print and digital periodical—its brand, editorial, marketing collateral, and advertising—to gain reach and generate cross-platform traffic. You will learn the principles of both audience development and art direction, and how to effectively design and package periodical content for print and online. Students are expected to already have an intermediate level of skill in Adobe InDesign and good knowledge of Photoshop.

Grading

  • Attendance and Engagement 5%
  • Readership, Editorial Mandate & Brand Project 15%
  • Editorial Lineup and Flatplan Project 15%
  • Cover Project 20%
  • TOC Project 15%
  • Cover Story Editorial Feature Project 15%
  • Subscription Project 15%

NOTES:

Course documents and project/lab assignment instructions are available via the course Canvas. Students will receive access automatically when enrolled in PUB 332. If you miss a class & require course documents, consult Canvas prior to contacting the instructor for assistance.

This outline is subject to change.

REQUIREMENTS:

This course requires that projects are professionally printed; please ensure sufficient budget. Knowledge of the Apple operating system and Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) access is also mandatory. For more information on Adobe CC visit: adobe. com/ca/products/creativecloud.edu.html

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.