Dr. Claudio Contardo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Claudio Contardo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering at Concordia University. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in Mathematical Optimization applications in Logistics Management and Artificial Intelligence. His prolific research output includes nearly 30 scientific articles in top-tier journals such as INFORMS Journal of Computing and Transportation Science. He teaches courses on Operations Research and Discrete Optimization and actively contributes to the field through various publications that address complex problems in vehicle routing and optimization strategies. His notable works explore areas like Operations Research, Logistics Management, and Integer Combinatorial Optimization. Contardo is also a member of the academic community, engaging with research initiatives and representing his department in various conferences and seminars, making a significant impact in his areas of expertise.

Research Interests

Requirements for Concordia University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in cinematic arts or equivalent proficiency
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.