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Hands On Soldering and Basic EEPROM with Donnie Sherfield and Jordan Bills

March 4, 2026 - Wednesday | 8:00am - 5:00pm

Was: $500.00
Now: $475.00
SKU:
0304-FD-26-1
Instructor:
Donnie Sherfield and Jordan Bills
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Description

March 4th - Wednesday | Full Day Session (8:00 AM CST - 5:00 PM CST)

Course Overview:
This full-day, hands-on course provides locksmiths with practical training in soldering, desoldering, and working with EEPROM components inside automotive ECUs and immobilizer modules. Each student will be provided with soldering equipment and will gain direct experience identifying components, acquiring data, and modifying memory devices.

You Will Learn:

  • Proper soldering and desoldering techniques for ECU and immobilizer modules
  • EEPROM basics: identification, in-circuit reading, removal, and reinstallation
  • Using real-world tools such as VVDI Prog, Tango, and laptops to acquire, read, and modify EEPROM data
  • Hands-on practice with a variety of modules, including Toyota ECU, Saab CIM, Volvo Blue/Black Box, BMW EWS3/EWS4, and Mercedes EIS
  • Data handling skills to support key programming, troubleshooting, and immobilizer repairs

Class Format:
Students will work in pairs, using identical modules to complete guided exercises in real time with the instructors. Training begins with simple in-circuit EEPROM examples and progresses to more advanced techniques, building confidence and competence step by step.

Key Takeaway:
By the end of this course, participants will have the skills and confidence to safely solder, extract, and reprogram EEPROMs in automotive ECUs and immobilizer systems, opening the door to more advanced diagnostic and programming work.

Who Should Attend:
Automotive locksmiths seeking to expand their skillset in module-level work, immobilizer repair, and EEPROM-based key programming.

Take advantage of our room block discount at the host hotel:
Book Your Room Here
Sheraton Music City Hotel
777 McGavock Pike
Nashville, TN
 
Your registration in this class also includes a light breakfast and lunch for the students attending. 

**This class is designed specifically for locksmith professionals. We will review all registration requests to confirm eligibility. If we need additional information, we may reach out to you. Should we find that you're not eligible for the class, we will promptly cancel your registration and issue a full refund.**