Throughout the year, manufacturers of locks and door hardware make it easy for locksmiths to upgrade their skills and / or learn something new to help their locksmithing businesses prosper. Locksmith distributors are another excellent source for educational seminars and programs. The following is a sampling of the continuing education courses. To be included in our Continuing Education wrap-up, send your 2015 class schedules to Locksmith Ledger, fax 866-827-8020 or E-mail to [email protected].
Detex Factory Training
Detex has scheduled four factory training sessions throughout the year on its A019 Automatic Door Operator. Earn CEU credits at this three-hour Detex technical training class, 9 a.m. to noon.
Dates are: May 12, June 11, Aug. 20 and Nov. 12 at Detex headquarters in New Braunfels, TX.
Factory training classes are also offered on the following products: Advantex, Value Series, Exit Control Locks, Exit Alarms, Logic Controllers, Automatic Door Operators and EasyKits. Specific models for this class are: ECL-230D,VRA, DDH, ECL-230X-TDB. Hours will vary depending on topics. Advanced registration required to earn CEU credits from the San Antonio Locksmith Association.
Upcoming dates and classes are:
- June 11 – ECL-230D,VRA, DDH, ECL-230X-TDB
- July 24 & 25 – Exit Device Installation at ALOA, Reno, NV
- Aug. 20 – TBD
- Nov. 12 - TBD
For more information or to pre-register, email [email protected] or call 800-729-3839 x4352
ADI Expo 2015 Schedule
Free to all industry professionals, ADI Expos provide security professionals with exposure to a broad array of brand name manufacturer partners to deliver the tools and resources to enhance business growth in today’s market. The Expos offer training seminars, hands-on learning, exclusive on-site show specials, and valuable prize drawings.
Register online at adiglobal.com/usExpos
May Expo dates & Locations: May 5, New Orleans, LA; May 7, Seattle, WA; May 12, Buffalo, NY; May 14, Chicago, IL; May 19, Phoenix, AZ; May 28; Cleveland, OH; May 28, Ottawa, ON
June Expo dates & Locations: June 2, Edmonton, AB; June 9, Cincinnati, OH; June 11, Richmond, VA; June 23, Calgary, AB; June 2, San Juan, PR
July Expo dates & Locations: July 7, Burbank, CA; July 21, Albuquerque, NM; July 23, Raleigh, NC; July 28, Austin, TX
August Expo dates & Locations: Aug. 4, Memphis, TN; Aug.6, Honolulu, HI; Aug.13, Houston, TX; Aug.25, Des Moines, IA; Aug.27, Philadelphia, PA
September Expo dates & Locations: Sept. 1, Tampa, FL; Sept. 10, Hartford, CT; Sept. 24, Charlotte, NC; Sept. 29, Vancouver, BC
October Expo dates & Locations: Oct. 1, Louisville, KY; Oct. 8, Washington, DC; Oct. 27, Santa Clara, CA; Oct. 29, Atlanta, GA
November Expo dates & Locations: Nov. 5, Boston, MA; Nov. 10: Dallas, TX; Nov. 12, Long Island, NY; Nov. 19: Montreal, QC
ALOA 2015: Expanded Classes
The 59th annual ALOA Convention and Security Expo in Reno, NV, offers an expansive lineup of educational classes running July 19 through 26. Expo is July 24-25. Download the convention brochure at http://www.aloa.org/convention/pdfs/ALOA_2015-ModifiedBrochure.pdf or visit www.aloa.org for updates as course registration opens.
This year’s sessions, divided into six tracks, include:
General Locksmithing: Fundamentals of Locksmithing, All About Exit Devices, Certified Fire Door Inspector, Door Closers and Related Hardware, Motorcycle Locksmithing, Advanced Master Keying, Alternate Methods of Entry, Transponders A, Fire Door Repair, Hollow Metal Door and Frame, Transponders B, DAMES, Servicing Aluminum Storefront Doors, High Security Key Generation, High Security Cylinders, Medeco Certification, Schlage/Yale Large Format Core, Medeco Large Format Core, Key Control Policies, CRH Core, T2/T3 Manual Keypad Programming, Alarm Lock Networx, Sargent Core, Codes and Conflicts, Schlage Everest 29 & Primus XP servicing and BiLock Certification
Institutional Locksmithing: Fundamentals of Locksmithing, All About Exit Devices, Certified Fire Door Inspector, Door Closers and Related Hardware, Advanced Master Keying, Alternate Methods of Entry, Fire Door Repair, Hollow Metal Door and Frame, DAMES, Servicing Aluminum Storefront Doors, High Security Cylinders
Automotive Locksmithing: Motorcycle Locksmithing, Transponders A, Transponders B, High Security Key Generation, MB Key Programming, Turbo Decoder, Strattec Update
Electronic Locksmithing: Basic Electricity for the Locksmith, Beginning Electronic Access Control, Security Cameras for 21st Century, Wireless Auto Controls, Wireless User-Managed Cylindrical Lock, Stanley Security EL Workshop
Investigative Locksmithing: Fundamentals of Locksmithing, Certified Fire Door Inspector, Alternate Methods of Entry, Forensic Case Management, Fire Door Repair, DAMES, High Security Cylinders
Business: Your Bottom Line, Financial Management, Business Planning for Locksmiths, Social Media for Your Business, Sales Training for Technicians, It's All About Business
Anixter Access Control Road Show
Anixter, parent company of Clark Security, is hitting the road with its Open Architecture: The Future of Access Control program. Pre-registration is required for these one-day events. Upcoming dates and locations are:
- Boston, MA - May 5
- Cheshire, CT - May 6
- Columbus, Ohio - May 12
- Cincinnati, Ohio - May 14
- Chicago, Illinois - TBD
At this event, Anixter and some of its supplier partners will provide information about the latest advancement in the access control market and the movement towards open architecture and interoperability. Topics will include:
- Forward your end users’ existing legacy systems, and maintain their hardware investment while migrating to an open architecture platform
- Expanding your customer base and access control footprint through open architecture platforms
- Revolutionary new access control products from Axis and how they are embracing open platform networkable hardware while adhering to the standards.
- Milestone’s video management software can bring together disparate systems into one security management platform
- How the Imron open software platform can provide the next level of enterprise security, enterprise level capability and deliver true open architecture to allow for the migration of older systems to an open platform
- Why open architecture is important to long term physical security needs
More Info: https://www.anixter.com/en_us/about-us/news-and-events/events-calendar.html
PureAuto 2015 Schedule
Lockmasters again offers its popular PureAuto training series for automotive locksmiths. Classes planned for 2015 include:
Advanced Automotive Transponders. This class covers transponder systems made since 1996, programming procedures, key blanks, and tools for most transponder-equipped vehicles in North America. This will include the newest procedures and key blanks for the newest models. Learn about the CAN Systems and new PROX systems as well as laptop based programming options for some vehicles. Includes information on programming and troubleshooting: GM, Ford, Chrysler, Honda, Toyota, Mazda, Nissan, Mitsubishi, and VW/Audi.
Domestic Automotive. This class covers domestic lock identification, lock removal and service procedures, starting from 1994, an in-depth instruction with all variations of GM 10 Cut ignitions, Ford 8 and 10-Cut systems, and Chrysler 7 & 8-Cut systems. Instruction and use of proper tools including force tools, ignition picks, Vats interrogators and many other tools of the trade. Hands on usage of some tools included. Basic knowledge of domestic auto up to 1994 including GM 6-Cut lock systems, Ford & Chrysler pin tumbler systems is recommended.
Intro To High Security Automotive. High security continues to become more lucrative from year to year. This course includes the basics of high-security key systems, vehicle entry, key generation and lock servicing. The course will include information on the most popular High-security makes including General Motors, Ford, Mercedes, BMW, Honda, Kia, Hyundai, VW/Audi/Porsche, Lexus, Saab and Volvo.Hands On key generation using decoding tools, Lishi 2-in-1 tools on GM & Ford and lock disassembly with HONDA, LEXUS, and VW. Students must have experience in domestic and import auto service, key generation and lock removal & repair.
Key Generation. This course offers the student an exciting opportunity to learn the skills needed to generate an automotive key. This extended hands-on portion of the class includes a wide variety of tools that will enable the student to experience success and gain confidence. Learn to sight-read keys, use scopes to read wafers, impression, use of Determinators, Kobra readers, AccuReaders, Lishi 2-in-1 tools, progressioning, keys by code and much, much more! This course is recommended for the locksmith who wishes to expand into automotive locksmithing, or learn how to better exploit their key generation skills.
Motorcycle Key Generation. This class will introduce students to the tools, skills and information that are useful for beginning motorcycle locksmithing. Students will disassemble and reassemble various motorcycle locks. Many types of lock systems will be covered. Students will learn the easiest way to generate keys in the extended hands-on portion of the class. This will include a wide variety of tools that will enable the student to gain confidence sight reading, impressioning and using the wafer readers. This class includes the basics of motorcycle key systems, special key cutting equipment, key blank selection and lock code information.
Each of the above is a one-day class. Locksmiths may enroll in one specific class or may sign up for all five classes in a single week. Pre-registration is required. To enroll, call 866-574-8724 or email [email protected]
Remaining 2015 dates are: Aug. 10-15 and Oct. 26-30 at Lockmasters HQ in Nicholasville, KY.
Kaba Training
Kaba Access and Data Systems Americas offers a range of hands-on classes for our Electronic and Mechanical Pushbutton Locks, Multihousing solutions, and the high security lock, X-10. Visit www.kaba-adsamericas.com for more details and registration.
Upcoming Commercial Products (Simplex, E-Plex, Multihousing, Embedded Access Control) classes are:
E-Plex Enterprise Access Control Systems Certification: June 9
FIPS General Software Certification: June 10
E-Plex Wireless Feature Certification: June 11
For locksmiths who cannot make it in person to training classes, Kaba also offers online courses at http://university.kaba.com
For more information, visit http://www.kaba-ilco.com/kaba-access-control/News-Events/292748/kaba-university.html
ASSA ABLOY Americas University Online
ASSA ABLOY Americas University is currently offering the following seven online Access Control courses:
- Understanding Electricity – Basic
- Understanding Electronic Access Control Architecture by Manufacturer
- Understanding Electronic Access Control Systems –Legacy to Modern – How They Work
- Understanding Electronic Security Fundamentals, Parts 1-3
This is a three-part set of courses intended to teach the student the fundamentals of Electronic Security
Each course is separate and has to be ordered separately. The three courses take about 45 minutes each to complete and has an exam at the end. There is a quiz at the end of each course.
Part 1 covers the four basic components of an electromechanical opening and how they work.
Part 2 covers Discovery, Request to Exit, Door Position Switches, Monitoring, Door Controllers, Communication, Wiegand Protocol and Reader Types
Part 3 covers Advanced Access Control, Enterprise Access Control, Project Management Basics, Coordination Meetings and Discovery Questions
- Understanding How To Use the WT1 Wiegand Tester
To create an online profile and access more information about ASSA ABLOY University, visit https://assaabloyds.csod.com/LMS/catalog/Welcome.aspx?tab_page_id=-67
Allegion School Security Full-Day Courses
Allegion offers a variety of training courses, seminars and webinars to keep you abreast of technology and trends in school security. Allegion has added two new options. Choose from an instructor-led course offered in cities across the US or the Power Hour Webinar Series covering a variety of thought leadership topics.
Instructor-Led courses: School safety encompasses many elements. Attend this program to learn about one of these important dimensions—locking hardware for your classrooms and other openings in your schools. Learn how the correct application of hardware can contribute to a safer learning environment. This interactive seminar will present proactive solutions which can be implemented immediately regardless of the position from which you are starting.
Day-long program topics include:
- Common Fire and Life Safety Codes that Affect Lock Choices
- Mechanical Locks: Classroom Security Function, Indicators and more
- Exit Hardware: Optional Features Helpful to School Safety
- Offline Electronic Locks: How to apply Remote Classroom Security
- Networked Electronic Locks: How Hardwired and Wireless Locks Support Lockdown
For more information and links to register online, visit http://us.allegion.com/industries/education/Resources/Security_Seminars/Pages/default.aspx
ALOA/ STAM Online Training
ALOA has partnered with STAM Multimedia Inc to offer Web Based Training (WBT) courses on the latest security technology – a new and innovative way to learn, train and improve skills and knowledge. Learn at your own pace, place & time with 24/7 access.
Five different web-based training courses cover the latest security technology.
- CCTV-A Complete Review
- Digital Video & Networking
- Fiber Optics Technology
- Biometrics Technology
- Basic Electricity
For more information, visit http://staminteractive.com/Univ/OnlineUniversity/stamdistributors/distributors/aloa/
Other useful tools include:
- CCTV Calculators
- CCTV Quizzes
- CCTV Articles
- CCTV Glossary
MBA USA Courses
MBA USA, Inc. has been providing training and tools to security professionals since 1993. Training and tool sales operations are located in a renovated building with two classrooms conveniently located at the North end of Nicholasville, Ky.
The 2015 training schedule is posted online at www.mbausa.com. Courses include:
- Fundamentals of Locksmithing
- GSA Certified Safe & Vault Technician With GSA Approved Inspector
- GSA Container Identification
- Combination Lock Technology
- Comprehensive Safe Lock Manipulation
- Electronic Safe Locks 1
- Professional Safe Drilling
- Safe Deposit Locks 2
- Time Locks
- Advanced Safe Lock Manipulation
- Kaba Mas X-10 Certification
- Sargent & Greenleaf Model 2740B Training
Lockmasters Security Institute
Lockmasters Security Institute's Course Schedule is listed online at www.lSIeducation.com. Pre-registration is required and fees vary. LSI is located at 1014 South Main St., Nicholasville, KY 40356. Telephone: 859-887-9633 or 866-574-8724. Detailed course descriptions are available online.
Online courses are also available on the following topics: Combination Lock Manipulation, Comprehensive Security Specialist, GSA Inspector Re-Certification, GSA Safe & Vault Technician Certification and Mechanical Safe Lock Servicing.
One of the most popular classes is the 10-day Professional Locksmithing Course. LSI's Professional Locksmithing course is ideal for individuals who have never had formal training or for those who are interested in making a career change. This hands-on course provides graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of locks and a fundamental base to becoming a professional locksmith. The training in this course will provide the skills necessary to become a competent technician who can service, install, trouble shoot and master key most commercial, industrial, and residential key lock systems. Students will learn the capabilities and vulnerabilities of the key lock systems used in class. This knowledge will allow graduates to properly plan the installation of security hardware for any situation.
Objectives are:
- Identifying keys by manufacture, design, and type
- Rekey pin tumbler style locking systems
- Service and maintenance for pin tumbler style locking systems
- Door preparation and lock installation
- Hand file keys to known depth and space data
- General use and calibration of key duplicating and originating machines
- Employment of several lock by-pass techniques to include: picking, impressioning, bumping and tool specific by-pass.
- Master key system creation and implementation
- Understanding of high security lock systems
- nstall and service utility style cam locks
Subjects Covered
- Key blank identification
- Lock identification
- Hand filing
- Rekeying
- Door preparation and drilling
- Lock installation
- Lock functions
- Lock picking
- Lock impressioning
- Master keying
- Small format interchangeable cores (BEST)
- ASSA high security locks
- Mortise lock tear down and servicing
- Disc lock installation and picking (Utility cam locks)
- Kaba Unican mechanical pushbutton locks
- Key Duplicators
- Code cutting equipment and software
Students receive the following: LSI Professional Locksmith manual, Lab .003 universal pinning kit, Basic hand tools and tool bag, 4 brand new cylindrical locksets and Lock pick set.
2015 dates are: June 15-26, July 27-Aug. 7, Sept. 28-Oct. 9, Nov. 9-20,
Additional classes, offered multiple times, include Combination Lock Manipulation, Professional Safe Lock Opening, Safe Deposit Box/Lock Servicing, Emergency Automotive Opening, Tactical Opening Level 1, GSA Authorized Safe & Vault Technician, Comprehensive Security Specialist, Access Control Technician, LKM7000 Certification, Kaba Mas X-10 Certification and S&G 2740 Certification.
Nortek Control Training Classes
Nortrek Control University (formerly Linear Corp. University) provides FREE training courses at its Carlsbad, Calif., campus. Many of the courses offered are CEU Certified and meet requirements for continuing education credits. This unique format also creates a perfect setting for dealers and installers to meet their industry counterparts, share best-practices and brainstorm industry solutions.
Courses include:
- Keypads and Secured Products
- Access Control / Gate Operators
- Audio/Video/Data
- Intercom and Air Vac
- eMerge Access Control Solutions and Certification
In addition, classes are offered across the country at locations of Nortek distributors.
Nortek also offers a long list of free webinars. These include:
- eMerge Installation & Programming: June 5, June 10, June 19, June 24
- 2GIG/Go! Control Installation & Programming: May 5, May 14, May 19, May 28, June 2, June 11, June 16, June 30, July 9, July 23, July 28
- Linear Access Control Dealer Program: May 7, May 21,
To check the training schedule or for information on CEU credits, visit www.learnnortekcontrol.com.
RCI Training
Whether you need to brush up on your skills or learn something new, RCI’s Inside Advantage Training and Consulting program is right for you. Visit www.rutherfordcontrols.com to see when these courses are available in your area. Classes include:
Electricity 101 The Fundamentals Of Electricity, Locking & Wiring offers the basics of electric locking and wiring. Through presentation and hands on labs, attendees will gain a fundamental understanding of electricity, basic electrical circuits, low voltage wiring, electric locking systems and applications, electrical formulas and relays.
Electricity 102 Intermediate Electric Locking & Wiring reviews the fundamentals of electric locking and wiring. Attendees will get hands on training using a Multi-meter, learn to draw and build low voltage electrical circuits and low voltage locking systems; work with relays and learn trouble shooting techniques for electric locking systems. Designing An Electric Locking System answers the questions, Electric strike or electromagnetic lock? How many and what model of power supply should be specified? RCI invites integrators, locksmiths and distributors to join us in learning how to design an electric locking system that can easily integrate with today's highly advanced access control systems.
Electric Lock Selection And Installation is designed for participants who are involved with the specification and installation of electric strikes and electromagnetic locks. This course offers the attendee a greater understanding of door hardware and teaches how to choose the proper electric locking product to complete the application correctly the first time. This seminar will also demonstrate installation methods and trouble shooting techniques for a wide variety of locks and frame types.
Customized Product Seminars provides personalized and custom training. Contact your local or regional sales representative to arrange for a customized product seminar.
Rutherford Controls also offers organization specific certifications. Different organizations and seminars come with a variety of credit hours and points. Some of the certified programs we offer include Just the Basics in Electric Locking, Just the Basics in Electric Locking & Wiring and Review of Electrical Locking Products
For more information regarding certifications and custom seminars in the United States, contact Tammy Mlak at 1-800-265-6630 ext. 2202.
CyberLock
This seminar provides an introduction to the CyberLock access control system, covering basic design concepts and a detailed description of the hardware and software components. Students will see how the locks and keys are programmed, access schedules are created and access events are downloaded and viewed on the computer.
Videx also offers CyberLock Advanced Training, which covers all CyberLock cylinders available and will thoroughly present the features of CyberLocks, CyberKeys and CyberAudit software. The group will create a variety of applications on the computer, program the locks and keys, and retrieve the access events. Students in this class should have already completed the introductory course or be familiar with the CyberLock.
For more information: call 541-758-0521 or visit www.cyberlock.com
