DOYLE UNIVERSITY

Locksmith Training

CURRENTLY TRAINING IS FOR DOYLE CUSTOMERS ONLY

Doyle University was founded in 1984 as a space for our customers and 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. We are NOT a locksmith school, this is continuing education for our customers. 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. To attend a class you MUST be registered. No walk-ins are allowed.

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.

Doyle University

NORTH DAKOTA TRAINING CLASSES

JULY 22, 2026

North Dakota Training Class

Basic Masterkeying Workshop

Instructor: Guy Robinson

Time: 9:00am-3:30pm | Lunch Included

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

Take your locksmithing and security knowledge to the next level in this comprehensive, instructor-led workshop. This course covers the essentials of master keying, from foundational frameworks to discussing high-level system design within a single session. You’ll dive into the “why” behind specific locking solutions and the critical ethics of system security.

Through hands-on instruction, you will learn how to label keys to design a masterkey system. It teaches how to progress bittings in a bitting list.

Designed for security professionals, facility managers, and locksmiths who have completed basic introductory training and are ready for the next level of masterkeying.

Part #: DU26-0722

HOTEL INFORMATION

CLASSES WILL BE HELD AT

THE HILTON GARDEN INN | FARGO, ND - TULIP ROOM

4351 17th Ave S. Fargo, North Dakota

We have rooms reserved for $159/night on Tues. July 21st and Wed. July 22nd. If you call to make a reservation please tell them you are with Doyle Security Products and you will get the correct room rate. Or you can make an online reservation at this link - DOYLE ROOM RATE

JULY 23, 2026

North Dakota Training Class

Medeco High-Security Cylinder Certification

Instructor: Guy Robinson

Time: 9:00am-3:30pm | Lunch Included

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

The Medeco High-Security Cylinder Certification Class covers the design and operation of door hardware cylinders and cam locks for the Original, Biaxial®, Medeco3, and Medeco M4 designs. Hands on exercises include: disassembly and assembly of a Medeco M4 mortise cylinder, decoding a Medeco M4 Biaxial key, (using a Medeco M4 key decoder), pinning a mortise cylinder to a change key, master keying a mortise cylinder, and pinning a switch lock plug to a sample key. Matrix master key chart reading, application of the MACS, specialty tools, lubrication, trouble shooting, key control programs, an overview of the product line, and interchangeable core pinning specifications are also covered.

Part #: DU26-0723

HOTEL INFORMATION

CLASSES WILL BE HELD AT

THE HILTON GARDEN INN | FARGO, ND - TULIP ROOM

4351 17th Ave S. Fargo, North Dakota

2026 Doyle University Class Schedule

JULY 29, 2026

RESCHEDULED CLASS - 83 Series Lock Hands-On Demo & Servicing - Lunch & Learn

Instructor: Alfredo Mondragon

Time: 10:00am-Noon | BBQ LUNCH

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

The training consists of hands-on demonstration of taking apart and putting together an 83 Series Lock. Great for locksmiths that are new to the industry or anyone who wants a refresher on the 83 series.

With its interchangeable cylinder, the Eighty Three 83/45 allows you to create keyed-alike solutions. So you only need one key for several tool cabinets in the shed or for the switchgear in the factory. The padlock can be combined keyed alike with various ABUS door cylinders. The shackle can also be easily and quickly exchanged for another one – depending on requirements.

Part #: DU26-04

AUG 17, 2026

LUNCH & LEARN - Exit Devices Product Training and Overview

Instructor: Russell Hansmann

Time: 8:00am-Noon | BBQ LUNCH

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

DETEX offers a complete line of exit devices (Advantex) that are durable, easy to install and innovative. During this course, you will learn applications, how to order, troubleshooting, and installing of exit devices.

This course will focus on Exit Devices, expanding into Easykits. Easykits cover standard opening and specialty openings such as Weatherized Delayed Egress and Automatic Operations including controllers and electric retraction.

Part #: DU26-0817