Books like Locks, Safes and Security by Marc Weber Tobias

An insider’s guide to the strengths and weaknesses of modern lock design, revealing how physical and electronic security can be breached by sophisticated techniques.

Looking to start a new career in locksmithing and security? Nothing is more prestigious than being a safe technician. Safecracking 101 is a self-learning beginner's guide to manipulating and drilling safes. Written in lesson format, this easy reading manual introduces the beginner to the nomenclature, techniques, and methods used for opening safes; and are demonstrated using early model Sentry fire safes. For more information on starting a career in locksmithing, go to: -The Society Of Professional Locksmiths (http://www.SOPL.us), and -The Security Technical Institute (http://www.securitytechnicalinstitute.com)

Written in clear and simple terms, Security, ID Systems and Locks provides the security professional with a complete understanding of all aspects of electronic access control. Each chapter includes important definitions, helpful study hints, highlighted review, and application questions. Security, ID Systems and Locks will teach you how to: · Work with consultants · Negotiate with dealers · Select communications options · Understand what computer professionals are saying · Provide better security Throughout the book, the reader will find advice from security professionals, computer wizards, and seasoned trainers. Topics include a history of access control, modern ID technology, locks, barriers, sensors, computers, wiring, communications, and system design and integration. Joel Konicek has worked in almost every phase of the security industry. He is president and co-founder of Northern Computers, Inc., sits on the board of the Security Industry Association (SIA) and serves as SIA's Education Committee chairperson. He has lectured widely and conducted training seminars on sales and technical support issues. Karen Little, a technical writer and trainer, has been president of Clear Concepts since 1992. She provides research, writing, and illustrations for technical documentation, training manuals, Web sites, and interactive multimedia. Review questions and study tips make it easy to assess what you've learned. Well-written and easy to understand, this is the most up-to-date book on electronic access control. Coupons in the back of the book will save money on training programs in access control. Audience: Security professionals, students in access control training classes.