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: 8:00am-3:00pm | Lunch Included

Cost: Free to Customers/Students - LIMIT 2 STUDENTS PER SHOP

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: 8:00am-3:00pm | Lunch Included

Cost: Free to Customers/Students - LIMIT 2 STUDENTS PER SHOP

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

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

2026 Doyle University Class Schedule

APRIL 28, 2026

TRILOGY T2 & T3 MANUAL KEYPAD PROGRAMMING & DL WINDOWS SOFTWARE OVERVIEW

Instructor: Andy Phelps

Time: 8:00am-NOON | Lunch Included

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

This class will cover application, installation, keypad programming, software programming, time zone & holiday scheduling along with helpful tips & tricks on the Trilogy T2 &T3 models. All students attending this class will perform hands-on programming, using actual mounted units of the Trilogy T2 & T3 push button locks. Alarm Locks intuitive software, DL Windows will be presented and mini access control system will be designed using real application scenarios.

Part #: DU26-0428A

APRIL 28, 2026

BONUS CLASS! ALARM LOCK – SAVI CERTIFICATION

Instructor: Andy Phelps

Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm 

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

This class will provide the student with the knowledge to conduct a non-product specific SAVI, School Access-control Vulnerability Index, review of a school to show the presence, or lack thereof, of systems and structures aimed at limiting an active shooter from gaining access.

The student will be shown how to properly conduct a site survey and what to look for during the survey.

Students will be certified to conduct a SAVI report and will be awarded a certificate of completion.

Part #: DU26-0428B

APRIL 29, 2026

MARKS USA MECHANICAL HARDWARE
AND HI-SECURITY CYLINDERS

Instructor: Andy Phelps

Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

This class will cover the Marks USA mechanical hardware including the 195 (Grade 1) and 175 (Grade 2) cylindrical locksets, deadbolt, mortise locksets and the X-it panic hardware. The class will also cover the Marks USA Hi-Security cylinders.

This course is hands on and the student will learn how to change the handing on the mortise lock bodies and learn about the functions available. The cylindrical lockset and deadbolt section will cover the many functions and options available. The X-it panic hardware will cover the M9900, M8800 (narrow stile) and the options such as electric latch retraction and exit alarm.

The Marks USA Hi-Security cylinder section will cover what makes this dealer only keyway unique and the types of cylinder options available including the standard cylinder, SFIC and LFRC cores and the Security Mate cylinder for lower security doors using the same Hi-Security key. The student will also learn how to cut the keys and how to pin the cylinders

Part #: DU26-0429

MAY 12, 2026

SELECT® Hinge and Latch Guard Overview Class - LUNCH & LEARN

Instructor: Chris Orme

Time: 10:00am-NOON | Lunch Included

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

Join us for an informative and hands-on overview of the SELECT® continuous hinge and latch guard product line. This class is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of the components, installation techniques, and business opportunities associated with SELECT products.

Participants will receive a comprehensive introduction to the SELECT product lineup, including a detailed look at what comes included with a SELECT hinge and how each component contributes to performance and durability. The session will cover the key parts of the hinge system – such as hinge leaves, hinge leaf covers, bearings, and fasteners – along with best practices for proper installation.

As an added bonus, participants will be among the first to see SELECT’s brand-new product line.

  • All participants will receive a complimentary t-shirt.
  • Door prizes will also be drawn during the session

Part #: DU26-0517

JUNE 24, 2026

BEST Interchangeable Core Combinating & PINNING Workshop

Instructor: Lee Schofield

Time: 8:00am-3:00pm | BBQ LUNCH

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

This is a 6 hour in the field instructor led class to familiarize the student with IC Cores, pinning and
maintaining BEST Key Systems Cylinders and Cores.

Upon completion this course you will be able to:

  • Identify BEST Key System, Codes & Cores
  • Understand options available on Master Key Hierarchy and expansion options
  • Explain the use of a Key Combinator, Pinning Cores, and CorMax
  • Troubleshoot common Key System & Core
    issues that can develop over time

Part #: DU26-0624

JUNE 25, 2026

dormakaba Simplex Mechanical Pushbutton & E-Plex Standard Electronic Pushbutton Lock Overview

Instructor: Lee Schofield

Time: 8:00am-3:00pm | LUNCH INCLUDED

Cost: Free to Customers/Students

Course Description:

SIMPLEX - This instructor led class familiarizes students on how to install, trouble shoot, repair and program PIN codes, change PIN codes and how to discover fix lost codes. This class will cover all Simplex lock models, with discussion on a variety of the Simplex models.

EPLEX - Overview of the installation, manual programming, software programming and troubleshooting and tips and tricks for the E-Plex 1500, 2000, PowerPlex, 3000, 5000 and 5070 Stand Alone Controller products.

Part #: DU26-0625