Physical security is essential for the wellbeing of our communities, and the locksmithing industry must constantly evolve to meet this demand with new products, technology and methods. NMIT’s courses in Locksmithing and physical security will equip you with the skills to develop a career as a generalist locksmith, or specialise in areas such as alarms, automotive or safes.
The Locksmithing Unit at NMIT offers courses in security technology and locksmithing including apprenticeship, diploma and specialist training packages. Other training services offered include intensive training for overseas locksmiths and short courses for industry and consultancy services. Short courses can be specifically designed for the client or may be selected from a number of off the shelf packages.
NMIT's Locksmithing Unit is dedicated to providing training for the locksmithing industry throughout Australia and overseas. The unit is located at the Heidelberg Campus.
Three primary courses service the needs of the locksmithing industry:
- Certificate II in Engineering (Locksmithing)
- Certificate III in Locksmithing (Apprenticeship)
- Diploma of Engineering Technology (Security Engineering)
Documents and Forms - 2013
Apprentice 2013 Attendance Dates
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 1 Day Release (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 1 Block A (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 1 Block B (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 2 Tuesday Day Release (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 2 Wednesday Day Release (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 2 Block A (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 2 Block B (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 3 Block A (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 3 Block B (PDF)
Timetable & Fees for 2013 Level 3 Thursday Day Release (PDF)
VIC TAS & NT Training Plan 2012
Training Plan Part A & B (PDF)
SA Training PLan
SA Training Plan - school based (PDF)
SA Training Plan (PDF)
Apprentice Log Book
Apprentice Log Book (Doc)
Other forms and documents
Locksmithing Assignment Cover Sheet (PDF)
Short Term Accommodation (PDF)
Apprentice and Trainee Accommodation Allowance Form - Victorian Apprentices (PDF)
Application for travel and accommodation subsidies - South Australia (PDF)
Skills Analysis Test - Aptitude Test (PDF)
Tool List for All Groups (PDF)
Locksmithing Manual
Locksmithing Employer's Apprentice Manual
Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL)
Please contact the Mechanical Manufacturing Department for all enquiries regarding Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL)
Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors:
- Atlas Steels Australia Pty Ltd
- Autodesk Australia Pty Ltd Locksmiths Supply Company
- WH Software
- Oates Welding Services
- Heidelberg Industrial Supplies
- BOC Gases Australia
- E & I Supplies
- CIGWELD
- PJ Williams & Associates Pty Ltd
- Australian Jewellers Supplies
- Twin Plaza Metals
- Statewide Locksmiths
- North East Industrial Supplies Pty Ltd
- MTI Qualos Pty Ltd
- K & P Dean Distributors
- KABA Australia
- W.T.I.A.
- Engineers Australia
Develop your knowledge of:
- access control
- alarms
- masterkey systems
- automotive locking systems
- operate handheld and power tools
- produce keys
- manual production welding
- heating and thermal cutting
- interpret technical drawing
- OH&S in the workplace
Lock yourself into a secure career today!
Locksmithing staff members Max Cherry and Ray Ng were invited to showcase their Biometric Lock invention on the ABC's New Inventors program in 2009.
Success stories:
- Reagan Ng found the teachers to be very helpful.
- Kyle Bevans
- Max Cherry Locksmithing teacher
- Robert Jeges
- Tom Robinson
Available Courses (4)
Certificate II in Engineering
Locksmithing
This program comprises the Locksmithing stream for the Certificate II in Engineering. Prepares students for work in the locksmithing industry. Students who continue on to apprenticeship studies after completing the certificate II will have the relevant units credited to their apprenticeship. NMIT also offers other streams for the Certificate II in Engineering through the Mechanical Manufacturing Department.
Diploma of Engineering Technology
Security Engineering (Locksmithing)
This program comprises the Security Engineering (Locksmithing) stream of the Diploma of Engineering Technology. Provides you with extensive training in security technology. Areas of study include client relationships, power tools/hand held, key production, lock mechanisms, basic machining processes, basic fabrication techniques, automotive security systems, mechanical access control systems, security containers and mechanical security for buildings. NMIT also offers other streams of the Diploma of Engineering Technology through the Mechanical Manufacturing Department.
Certificate III in Locksmithing
Apprenticeship
This Certificate III in Locksmithing is offered as an apprenticeship to local students. Designed after extensive consultation with industry. Developed to provide extensive relevant training for apprentices in the locksmithing industries. NMIT also offers the Certificate III in Locksmithing to non-industry and international students through the Mechanical Manufacturing Department.
Certificate III in Locksmithing
Non-industry and International Students
This Certificate III in Locksmithing is offered to non-industry and international students. Designed after extensive consultation with industry. Developed to provide extensive relevant training for apprentices in the locksmithing industries. NMIT also offers the Certificate III in Locksmithing as an apprenticeship to local students through the Mechanical Manufacturing Department.
