Faculty + Staff

Wisam

Bukaita

Assistant Professor of Practice

Math and Computer Science
Arts and Sciences

Professional Background

Professor Wisam Bukaita is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the College of Arts and Sciences (CoAS) at Lawrence Technological University (LTU). With over 23 years of academic experience, his work bridges engineering, data science, and mathematical modeling, focusing on practical applications and innovative teaching methods. He is deeply committed to student success, research mentorship, and shaping the future of data science education.

ยป Expertise and Research Focus

Prof. Bukaita’s extensive background is rooted in engineering, specializing in:

  • Data Science and Data Analysis: Leading research that addresses real-world healthcare and engineering problems through data mining and analysis.
  • Engineering Simulations and Mathematical Modeling: Applying systems of differential equations and sophisticated data analysis to structural engineering challenges. His Ph.D. research focused on advancing engineering simulations using visualization techniques.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI): Utilizing AI and advanced tools to drive innovation in research projects.

His research efforts consistently involve mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, with many projects culminating in publications and presentations at academic conferences. His work strives to close the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.

ยป Program Director

Data Science
Bachelor of Science

ยป STEM Education

The College of Arts and Sciences at Lawrence Technological University is committed to high school STEM education and outreach in our Metro Detroit community and beyond. The STEM Education Committee serves to facilitate and highlight the outreach efforts of our dedicated CoAS faculty and staff, build strong bonds with community partners, and provide memorable hands-on STEM experiences for high school students. 

ยป STEM Education Programs

High School Outreach

The College of Arts and Sciences is proud to offer hands-on STEM Education programs for visiting high school groups. Explore our full list of fun biology, chemistry, and physics activities for your high school class!

MICUP

The Michigan College/University Partnership program connects community college students with the state-of-the-art facilities and world-class faculty at LTU for a summer research project.

Hidden Figures ScholarTM Program

Inspired by the groundbreaking women of color who helped NASA win the Space Race, the Hidden Figures ScholarTM program aims to empower young women through immersive STEM Education workshops.

ยป Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to โ€œDo not disturbโ€ since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select โ€œshare contentโ€ and โ€œscreenโ€ to share your cell phoneโ€™s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select โ€œstart broadcastโ€ from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view โ€“ but you will see โ€˜how you are doingโ€™ in the main Zoom session.