Dr. Sandra Cespedes

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sandra Céspedes is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering in the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science at Concordia University. She has a background as an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and was the Head of Research at NIC Chile Research Labs, Universidad de Chile in Santiago, Chile. With dual degrees in Telematics Engineering and Management Information Systems from Universidad Icesi, she obtained her PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Her research areas encompass Wireless Networks, Internet of Things (IoT), vehicular networking, and communication protocols. Dr. Céspedes is committed to advancing knowledge in space networking and the design of routing protocols for restricted devices. Additionally, she serves as an Associate Editor for several IEEE journals. Sandra has published extensively in prominent academic journals and conferences, and her recent works focus on innovative solutions for vehicular communications and IoT systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Concordia University • Montreal, QC, Canada

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in computer networks, embedded systems, mobile computing, and wireless networks.

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Universidad de Chile • Santiago, Chile

Taught courses related to ICT, designed technological projects, and conducted collaborative research.

Courses

Data Communications Computer Networks Embedded Systems Software Computer Networks and Protocols Mobile Computing Wireless Networks

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
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

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