Introduction-to-Computational-Data-Analytics
Introduction-to-Computational-Data-Analytics
Computational Data
Analytics
Computational data analytics is a powerful tool for extracting insights
from large, complex datasets. This field combines statistical methods,
machine learning, and data visualization to uncover hidden patterns and
make data-driven decisions.
What is Sampling?
3 Stratified Sampling
Dividing the population into distinct groups and sampling from
each group.
3 Margin of Error
Quantifying the uncertainty in sample-based estimates and
making inferences about the larger population.
Random Sampling
Techniques
1 Simple Random Sampling
Selecting data points completely at random without any
pattern.
3 Cluster Sampling
Dividing the population into groups and randomly selecting
a subset of those groups.
Stratified sampling is a powerful technique for ensuring that important subgroups are accurately represented in a sample.
Non-Probability Sampling Fundamentals
Convenience Sampling Purposive Sampling Snowball Sampling
Selecting participants based on their Intentionally selecting participants Asking initial participants to refer or
availability and ease of access, rather who possess specific characteristics introduce the researcher to other
than using a random process. relevant to the research question. potential participants.
Monte Carlo Simulation
Definition Applications
Monte Carlo simulation is a Monte Carlo simulation is
computational technique that widely used in risk analysis,
uses random sampling to financial modeling,
simulate the probability of engineering, and scientific
different outcomes in a process research to model complex
that cannot easily be predicted systems and understand the
due to the intervention of impact of uncertainty.
random variables.
Advantages
Monte Carlo simulation provides a powerful way to quantify
uncertainty, identify risk, and explore a wide range of possible
scenarios.
Acceptance/Rejection
2 The algorithm evaluates the likelihood of the current state
and decides whether to accept or reject the next step.
Convergence
3 As the algorithm runs, it converges to a stationary
distribution that represents the optimal solution.
MCMC methods are powerful tools for Bayesian inference and parameter
estimation in complex models.
Applications of Sampling
and Simulation
Market Research
Sampling and simulation are used to conduct surveys, test product
concepts, and understand consumer behavior.
Risk Management
Monte Carlo simulation is used to quantify and manage risks in financial,
engineering, and business applications.
Scientific Research
Sampling and simulation are used in fields like epidemiology, ecology,
and physics to model complex systems.
3 Ethical Considerations
As the use of sampling and simulation becomes more pervasive, it
will be important to address ethical concerns around data privacy,
bias, and transparency.