Description
Hands-On Soldering and Basic EEPROM
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Date: Saturday, May 2nd
Credits: 8 CEUs
Instructor: Donnie Sherfield and Jordan Bills
This full-day, hands-on course provides automotive locksmiths with practical, foundational training in soldering, desoldering, and working with EEPROM components inside automotive ECUs and immobilizer modules. Designed to build real confidence at the module level, this class walks students through safe handling, precision techniques, and essential electronic workflows used in modern key programming and immobilizer repair.
Each student will be provided with soldering equipment and will gain direct experience identifying EEPROM components, acquiring data, and performing controlled modifications using industry-standard tools.
What You’ll Learn
Soldering & Desoldering Fundamentals
- Proper soldering techniques for automotive modules
- Safe desoldering methods to avoid component and board damage
- Best practices for working with ECUs and immobilizer modules
EEPROM Basics
- EEPROM identification and function
- In-circuit reading techniques
- EEPROM removal, reinstallation, and verification
Tools & Real-World Application
- Using VVDI Prog, Tango, and laptop-based software
- Acquiring, reading, and modifying EEPROM data
- Data handling techniques to support key programming and troubleshooting
Hands-On Module Practice
Guided exercises using real-world modules, including:
- Toyota ECU
- Saab CIM
- Volvo Blue/Black Box
- BMW EWS3 / EWS4
- Mercedes-Benz EIS
Class Format
Students will work in pairs, using identical modules to complete guided, real-time exercises alongside the instructors. Training begins with simple in-circuit EEPROM examples and progresses to more advanced techniques, allowing students to build skills, confidence, and precision step by step.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Perform basic soldering and desoldering techniques
- Understand fundamental EEPROM concepts and functions
- Safely handle electronic components and modules
- Identify automotive modules suitable for EEPROM work
- Apply proper electronic workflows in locksmith applications
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for automotive locksmiths looking to expand into module-level work, immobilizer repair, and EEPROM-based key programming, or for those seeking a strong foundation before advancing to more complex electronic diagnostics.
Book Your Hotel Room Here
Hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to/from Austin Airport for their overnight guests
Your class registration includes a light breakfast and lunch. We also invite you to join us for dinner on Friday evening from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Enjoy a buffet dinner, drinks, games, raffles, giveaways, networking opportunities, and exclusive event specials. Please be sure to mark your interest above when registering for class.
**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.**