Company: Lock Labs

Instructors: Steven Gaudette & David Doehling

Class Duration: Approximately 8 Hours

Course Level: Beginner

Class Objective – The student will learn to:

1. Understand the history and evolution of automotive security systems.
2. Identify the different types of automotive keys, remotes, and transponder systems.
3. Learn professional vehicle entry techniques and best practices.
4. Understand lock decoding, rekeying, and basic lock repair procedures.
5. Gain an introduction to automotive key cutting and programming.
6. Learn the fundamentals of transponder chip cloning.
7. Become familiar with Original Lishi tools and their applications.
8. Understand the essential tools, equipment, and resources needed to begin a career in automotive locksmithing.

Course Description

Designed specifically for students with little or no automotive locksmithing experience, this full-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to one of the fastest-growing areas of the locksmith industry. Beginning with the fundamentals, students will develop a strong understanding of the tools, techniques, and technologies used by today’s automotive locksmith professionals.

Participants will explore every stage of the automotive locksmith process—from vehicle entry and lock servicing to key cutting, programming, and transponder technology. The course also introduces industry-standard equipment, including Original Lishi tools, key cutting machines, programmers, and other essential resources used in the field.

Whether you’re looking to expand your locksmith business into automotive services or simply want a better understanding of the work performed by your technicians, this course provides the perfect foundation.

What You’ll Learn

• History and evolution of automotive security
• Automotive key identification
• Transponder key technology
• Vehicle entry techniques
• Lock decoding methods
• Lock rekeying and basic repair
• Automotive key cutting
• Key programming fundamentals
• Transponder chip cloning
• Introduction to Original Lishi tools
• Automotive locksmith tools and equipment
• Key cutting machines and programmers
• Industry resources and continuing education opportunities

Who Should Attend

• Beginning locksmiths
• Locksmith shop owners
• Apprentice locksmiths
• Technicians transitioning into automotive locksmithing
• Business owners considering adding automotive services
• Anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of automotive locksmithing

What to Bring

• Notebook or legal pad
• Pens or pencils
• Laptop or tablet (optional for notes)
• Questions and a willingness to learn

Upon Completion

Students will leave with a solid foundation in automotive locksmithing, an understanding of the tools and technologies used throughout the industry, and the confidence to continue developing their skills in vehicle entry, key generation, programming, and automotive lock service.