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When sizing a 12 VDC linear power supply for two mag-locks rated 550 mA each plus one electric strike at 250 mA, the minimum total current capacity should be at least:
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1On a fail-safe electrified mortise lock, what happens to the outside lever when power is lost?
2Which credential technology uses 125 kHz low-frequency RFID and is widely considered the easiest to clone?
3An institutional door uses an electric strike with a 12 VDC continuous-duty coil. What is the most common reason a properly wired strike chatters or buzzes loudly when energized?
4Which NFPA 101 provision requires that an electromagnetic lock release upon activation of the building fire alarm?
5On an access-controlled egress door using a mag-lock, the request-to-exit (REX) sensor most commonly used is a:
6A delayed-egress lock under NFPA 101 must release after how many seconds of continuous applied pressure?
7Which Wiegand-format field length is most associated with the legacy 26-bit format?
8What OSDP feature provides encrypted communication between the reader and controller, replacing the unencrypted Wiegand protocol?
9When sizing a 12 VDC linear power supply for two mag-locks rated 550 mA each plus one electric strike at 250 mA, the minimum total current capacity should be at least:
10An electrified cylindrical lock has a 6-conductor harness from the chassis. Which conductor pair is typically reserved for the request-to-exit (REX) signal back to the access panel?
About the ALOA ICPL Exam
The Institutional Certified Professional Locksmith (ICPL) is the advanced tier of the ALOA Institutional Locksmiths track, above the ICRL. ICPL candidates pass 12 additional electives drawn from access control, door closers, emergency exit devices, fire-rated door hardware, architectural hardware, advanced codes & standards, commercial hardware installation, and hardware group specs. Each elective is 25-40 questions and requires 70% to pass.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
Per elective
Passing Score
70% per elective
Exam Fee
Member-priced; contact certification@aloa.org (ALOA proctored)
ALOA ICPL Exam Content Outline
Access Control & Electronic Locks
Proximity cards, smart cards, magstripe, electric strikes, mag-locks, electrified mortise/cylindrical locks, request-to-exit (REX), and credential management.
Door Closers
Sizes 1-6 spring power, hydraulic adjustment (closing/latching/backcheck), regular/parallel/top-jamb arm mounts, ADA opening force, surface and concealed closers.
Emergency Exit Devices
Panic and fire-exit hardware (rim, surface vertical rod, concealed vertical rod, mortise), dogging, BHMA A156.3, UL 305 vs UL 10C listings.
Fire-Rated Door Hardware
NFPA 80, UL 10C, 20/45/60/90-minute and 1.5/3-hour ratings, undercut/gap tolerances, intumescent seals, positive-pressure testing, listed assembly components.
Architectural Hardware
Cylindrical, mortise, and exit lock chassis; hinge weights and templates; ANSI/BHMA A156 standards; strike and trim selection.
Codes & Standards Advanced
BHMA grading (Grade 1/2/3), ADA 404, IBC egress and means of escape, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, fire-door inspection.
Commercial Hardware Installation
Template reading, ANSI A115 prep, door reinforcement, through-bolting, anchoring, frame preparation, sequence of installation.
Hardware Group Specs
Reading the door schedule, hardware sets (HW-1, HW-2), keying schedule, finish codes (BHMA 626/630), submittal review.
How to Pass the ALOA ICPL Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70% per elective
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: Per elective
- Exam fee: Member-priced; contact certification@aloa.org
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ALOA ICPL certification?
The Institutional Certified Professional Locksmith (ICPL) is the second-level credential in the ALOA Institutional Locksmiths Division (AIL). It sits above the ICRL and is earned by passing 12 additional advanced electives covering access control, door closers, exit devices, fire-rated hardware, codes, and commercial installation.
How is the ICPL exam structured?
ICPL candidates take 12 additional electives beyond the ICRL. Each elective contains 25-40 questions and requires a 70% passing score. Topics include access control, door closers, emergency exit devices, fire-rated hardware, architectural hardware, advanced codes & standards, commercial installation, and hardware group specs.
Who is the ICPL designed for?
The ICPL is designed for institutional locksmiths working in schools, hospitals, universities, government facilities, and large commercial buildings where life-safety codes, fire-rated assemblies, electronic access control, and hardware group specifications are routine job requirements.
How do I register for the ICPL exam?
Contact ALOA at certification@aloa.org to schedule ICPL electives. Exams are proctored through the ALOA Institutional Locksmiths Division at member-priced rates; remote testing is not generally offered.
What is the difference between ICPL and CPL?
Both are professional-tier ALOA credentials, but ICPL is the institutional track (AIL) emphasizing schools/healthcare/government facility hardware, life-safety codes, and access control, while CPL is the general locksmith track focused on broader trade electives including automotive, safe servicing, and forced-entry investigation.