DOYLE UNIVERSITY

Locksmith Training

Doyle University was founded in 1984 as a space for security industry professionals from around the country to gather and continue their education. We invite professional local and national trainers to our state-of-the-art training facility located in North Minneapolis. Training classes are scheduled throughout the year and range in topics from new product installation techniques to new technology education.

Most of our classes are offered at no cost to our customers and some include training credits and certifications. Class sizes vary and registration is required to attend. Please see the current list of offered classes below.

Interested in Attending?

If you have an interest in attending one of our Doyle University training classes please contact your Sales Rep or fill out the form below and we will get back to you to schedule something.

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2025 Doyle University Class Schedule

MAY 14, 2025

APPLICATION TRAINING – SOLD OUT

Instructor: Rick Hill

Time: 9:00am-Noon | Lunch Included

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

  • Application Guides – How to Use and Install
  • Cross Reference Guides
  • Product Comparisons
  • Installer Guides
  • Guide to Code Compliant Installation of Magnetic Locks
  • Electric Strike Selection and Application Guide

Access Control:

  • Readers & Credentials, System Keypads & Prox/Key Pads, Application Based Bluetooth Wireless Access Control

Door Activation:

  • Active Switches, Hands Free Switches, Key Switches, Keypads, Mushroom Push Buttons, Power Transfer Cables, REX PIR Detector, RF Wireless

Door Control:

  • Adjustable Time Delays, Annunciators, Door Alarms, Door Control Relays, Restroom Control, Interlocking Doors

Door Locking:

  • Cabinet Locks, Electric Strikes, Magnetic Locks
THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT

 

Livestream Available
This class will be live streamed. If you are interested in viewing the YouTube live stream please email us at DoyleU@doylesecurity.com for link information

JUNE 18, 2025

ACCESS CONTROL 101

Instructor: Lee Schofield

Time: 8:00am-Noon | Lunch Included

Who Should Attend: Individuals responsible for servicing and maintaining Access Control hardware within facilities.

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

This is a 4 hour in the field instructor led access control overview class that will help participants to understand the basics of access control systems. We will explore different types of access control, how they work and the components that are required to create an access control system. You will also understand and consider some codes and standards that directly affect access control. Leave this presentation better prepared to ask questions that will help you build the access control system your customer is looking for.

Part #: DU25-0618

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JUNE 19, 2025

Conventional Pinning

Instructor: Lee Schofield

Time: 8:00am-2:00pm | Lunch Included

Who Should Attend: Locksmiths, maintenance/facility staff, security professionals, property managers/landlords, and individuals interested in physical security.

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

This 6 hr. class is designed to give the participant the proper lock terminology, tools needed to combinate (pin) conventional lock cylinders and an understanding of theory master keying. Students will upon completion of the class be able to combinate (pin) a conventional lock cylinder with hands on exercises.

Part #: DU25-0618

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