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
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Next In Person Classes:
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
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Free On-line Class – The Meter – Go To Courses. Class is at the bottom.
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Please Check Out the Gallery (Top). We Teach Everything You See!
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In 1992 Our Instructor Was Awarded Certified Master Locksmith!
Take a Class From a Technician With Over 40 Years of Experience In Security.
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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.
In-Person Classes
We offer a variety of hands-on courses. See the schedule for upcoming class dates below.
30E/35E Electronic Security Technician
Hands-on course. Students wire, terminate, program and test multiple security devices. Each desk has 12/24 volt, POE and BNC inputs, 4 live alarm connections. Virginia DCJS 30E/35E Electronic Security Technician Course.
Price: $275
25E Locksmith Technician
Hands-on course for all locksmiths. Mechanical and Low Volt Training. Re-key Cylinders, Install Deadbolts. Electric Strike-Mag Installation. Virginia DCJS 25E Locksmith Technician Course.
Price: $295
30E/39E Electronic Security Sales
Virginia DCJS 30E Code and 39E Electronic Security Sales Courses.
Price: $150
Electric Strike - Magnetic Lock Installation
Each mag lock or electric strike is cut into a new Wood, Steel or Aluminum frame. The replacement frame inserts allow every student a new installation.
Price: $150
DCJS Online Registration Renewal Classes
Choose any 25i or 30i course from our catalog. All courses provide DCJS Registration Renewal.
DCJS 25i – Locksmith
Lessons Include: Wireless Access Control, Securing School Doors, Glass Door Hardware, Mag Locks and Electric Strikes.
DCJS 30i – Electronic Security Core Subjects
Lessons Include: Network (IP) Camera Systems, Biometric Access Control, Wireless Data Transfer and Delayed Egress Systems.
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.
DCJS 25i Interchangeable Core
Detailed keying information for Best, Corbin Russwin, Sargent, Schlage and Yale.
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.
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.
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.
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.
July 9 and 10, 2025
August 6 and 7, 2025
September 10 and 11, 2025
October 8 and 9, 2025
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 Electronic Sales/30E Virginia Code
39E – 9am to 1pm – June 27, 2025
30E – 1pm to 5pm – June 27, 2025
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.
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