Numerical Modeling Techniques GEOG 475 TAMU

Empirical curve fitting

Using a curve to represent a trend and deriving an equation from it. Parametric

Linear regression

Predicting the variance in the dependent variable based on the variance in the independent variable. parametric, direct relationship to probability

Multiple regression

Using multiple independent variables to predict the dependent variable. Parametric, has to be linear, empirical modeling

Geographically-weighted regression

Predicting values at a local scale based on multiple locations. parametric

Logistic regression

Predicting binary outcomes (yes or no) based on independent variables. non parametric

Cellular Automata

Rule-based modeling similar to AI.

Suitability-site analysis

Determining the best location for a specific purpose based on criteria. prescriptive, empirical

Agent-based modeling

Simulating individual interactions, decision-making, and population responses. numerical