School of Lock and Electronic Security

Expert Electronic Security and Locksmith Training

Re-Key Kits – 12 VDC Power – Key Machines – Low Volt Wiring – Master Key Locks – Terminate CAT 6 Cables – Deadbolt Installs – POE Cameras and NVRs – Live Alarm Panel Connections at Each Desk

Next In Person Classes:

30E/35E Electronic Security Technician – June 25 & 26, 2025 (9 am – 5 pm)

39E/30E Sales – June 27, 2025 (39E- 9 am – 1 pm, 30E – 1 pm – 5 pm)

25E Locksmith Technician – July 9 & 10, 2025 (8 am – 5:30 pm)

30E/35E Electronic Security Technician – July 23 & 24, 2025 (9 am – 5 pm)

25E Locksmith Technician – August 6 & 7, 2025 (8 am – 5:30 pm)

Dates Through October Listed Below – On The Right

Free On-line Class – The Meter – Go To Courses. Class is at the bottom.

Please Check Out the Gallery (Top). We Teach Everything You See!

In 1992 Our Instructor Was Awarded Certified Master Locksmith!

Take a Class From a Technician With Over 40 Years of Experience In Security.

Our Locksmith Class Provides 16 CEU Hours for N.C. Locksmith Licensing Board.

Our Electronic Security Class Provides 14 CEU Hours for the N.C. Alarm Systems Licensing Board.

Hands-on Training

Hands-on training courses in Mag Lock and Electric Strike Installation; 25E Entry Level Locksmith; 35E Electronic Security Technician and 39E Electronic Security Sales.

Real World Examples

These Courses Are Based Upon Actual Installations That Professional Locksmiths and Electronic Security Technicians Perform Every Day!

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Each Desk Has 12VDC, 24VAC, POE Ports and BNC Termination to Hybrid DVRs. Each Desk Has Terminal Strips Wired to a Live Honeywell or DSC Alarm System.

$75.00

DCJS 25i – Locksmith

Lessons Include: Wireless Access Control, Securing School Doors, Glass Door Hardware, Mag Locks and Electric Strikes.

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$75.00

DCJS 30i – Electronic Security Core Subjects

Lessons Include: Network (IP) Camera Systems, Biometric Access Control, Wireless Data Transfer and Delayed Egress Systems.

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$75.00

DCJS 25i – Master Keying

An introduction into the re-key and master key process. We explain how to create 2 manually constructed master key systems. Computer generated master key systems are also presented.

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$75.00

DCJS 25i Interchangeable Core

Detailed keying information for Best, Corbin Russwin, Sargent, Schlage and Yale.

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$75.00

DCJS 25i Low Volt Basics – Locksmith Technician

Everything Low Volt! Relays; Timers; Fail Safe/Secure, Current Draw; REX; Inputs; Outputs; Parallel; Series; Momentary/Maintained; Riser Rated; Plenum; Amp-Hour; and more.

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$75.00

DCJS 30i Low Volt Basics – Electronic Security Tech/Sales

Everything Low Volt! Relays; Timers; Fail Safe/Secure, Current Draw; REX; Inputs; Outputs; Parallel; Series; Momentary/Maintained; Riser Rated; Plenum; Amp-Hour; and more.

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$75.00

DCJS 30i – Low Volt Conduit Installation

Learn multiple ways to protect your wiring using Flex, Seal-Tight, PVC, EMT and Wire-mold. We show you some of the available options.

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Upcoming Classes

Hands on Technical Training

We provide each student with a powered workstation that allow them to wire, terminate, program and test multiple security devices. Locksmiths will also be furnished with pin kits, lock cylinders, key machines and tools to re-key and master key door locks!
Lunch is included.

25E Entry Level Locksmith - 8am - 5:30pm

June 4 and 5, 2025 – Class is Full

July 9 and 10, 2025

August 6 and 7, 2025

September 10 and 11, 2025

October 8 and 9, 2025

30E/35E Electronic Security Tech. - 9am-5:00pm

May 21 and 22, 2025

June 25 and 26, 2025

July 23 and 24, 2025

August 27 and 28, 2025

September 24 and 25, 2025

October 29 and 30, 2025

39E/30E Electronic Security Sales 9am-5pm

39E Electronic Sales/30E Virginia Code

39E – 9am to 1pm – June 27, 2025

30E – 1pm to 5pm – June 27, 2025

Electric Strike/Mag Lock Installation

Electric Strike/Mag Lock Installation Class – Back Soon!

Cut a Wood, Aluminum and Steel Frame. Install a Mag Lock.

Now a 25i and 30i In-Service Registration Renewal Course!!

The School of Lock is located at: 6701 Cold Harbor Rd. Mechanicsville, Virginia 23111 (Right Next Door to 7-11)

We Provide Mobile, Hands-On Training At Your Office!

Meet Your Instructor

Timothy Chrisman, CML is a Master Technician with 40 years of continuous experience in the security industry.

From 1985-1988 Tim was NCOIC of the Base Locksmith Shop at Warner Robins AFB, Ga.

In 1992, Tim earned “Certified Master Locksmith.”

Installations include over 500 access control and security systems, 2500 cameras, 2000 electric strikes and over 800 mag locks.

When he’s not teaching locksmith or electronic security classes, Tim is still a full time technician.

It was a great class. Hands on environment that was not intimidating and Tim worked directly with each student, whether they had experience or was new to locksmithing. My wife will be attending the next class since she plans to help out in the locksmithing business. I highly recommend the class to anyone who wants to learn the locksmith and electronic security business. He is my go-to mentor!

Alex K.

I attended for my 25E class. I only signed up here because he was the ONLY one to respond to my email. His class was 100% worth the hour drive. It was very hands on, and he always stopped to answer questions. His experience and skill shows through in every aspect of his teaching style. If you are looking for a class, Tim is the teacher you want.

Virgil D.

A great DCJS course! A lot of hands-on experience and training, with a comprehensive workbook. I can't think of a reason to go back to another training school again.

David N.

Tim, put on a awesome class. Nice facility for a Hands on experience. I’ve been in the Locksmith business for many years and have taken many classes and I recommend his School.

Scott C.