This award was established by the EC3 Board in 2018 to honour Prof Ian Smith, an academic leader who championed the establishment of common core curricula in computational thinking for engineers.
The purpose of the prize is to recognise and reward outstanding contributions to computing education in the context of EC3.
To be eligible an individual should:
Nominations may be submitted from eligible individuals by the deadline – self-nominations are encouraged. In addition, the EC3 Education Committee may suggest up to two additional nominations.
Candidate nominations should be received on or before the May 15, 2025 deadline to be considered.
All submissions are reviewed by an awards panel and a ranking is established. The panel makes a recommendation for the recipient of the award to the EC3 Board.
The award will normally be presented at the next EC3 conference, and the awardee is encouraged to attend the event. The award includes a plaque and a cash prize to cover the travel and accommodation costs, and complimentary conference registration. It is subject to approval by the EC3 Board based on the income reserves of EC3.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about EC³, membership, events, and activities.
Membership is open to individuals and institutions involved in the field of computing in construction — including researchers, engineers, academics, software developers, and professional organizations.
EC³ hosts and supports various activities, such as:
The annual Conference on Computing in Construction (CIC)
The Summer School on Computing in Construction
Technical committees and working groups on topics like Data & Analytics, Modelling & Standards, Human-Data Interaction, and Education
Awards recognizing excellence in research and innovation
Members enjoy several benefits, including:
Access to technical committees and working groups
Priority registration and discounts for EC³ conferences and events
Opportunities to collaborate on research initiatives
Access to newsletters, publications, and updates from the EC³ community
You can apply for membership through the Membership section of the website. Typically, this involves completing a registration form and paying the annual membership fee.
The European Council on Computing in Construction (EC³) is a non-profit organization that brings together academics, researchers, and professionals from the construction and IT industries. Its mission is to advance research, innovation, and education in the field of computing in construction and to promote collaboration across Europe and beyond.
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