POP Training

5 Modules
01 - Introduction to POPs - 45 min
02 - Solar Power Systems - 50 min
03 - Deployment & Mobility - 60 min
04 - Wireless Alignment - 55 min
05 - Applications & Impact - 40 min
Equipment Overview
Understand Wireless and Power Equipment
See It In Action
Visual demonstrations of key concepts and procedures
Deployment Locations
POPs are deployed across NMSU Agricultural Science Centers throughout New Mexico
Supporting NMSU LEADS 2025
POPs advance NMSU's strategic goals in innovation, outreach, and workforce development

Progam Contact

ACES IT

Contact the ACES IT Helpdesk for any questions, concerns, or additional information.

Master POP Deployment for Modern Agriculture

Comprehensive on-demand training for deploying, managing, and optimizing Point-of-Presence connectivity infrastructure at NMSU Agricultural Science Centers.

Key Takeaways:
 POPs provide wireless connectivity to remote agricultural research sites
 Solar power makes POPs sustainable and resilient
 POPs enable real-time data collection and remote monitoring
 Multiple ASC locations support diverse research and operations
PoP Stations in Farmington ASC

Deployment Locations

POPs are deployed across NMSU Agricultural Science Centers throughout New Mexico

Farmington ASC

Active
5
POPs Deployed
Online

Mora ASC

Pending
2
POPs Deployed
Pending

Corona ASC

Active
3
POPs Deployed
Online

Alcalde ASC

Active
6
POPs Deployed
Online

Impact Metrics

Measuring success across the POP network

>95%
System Uptime
10+
Researchers Connected
20+
IoT Devices

Supporting NMSU LEADS 2025

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Innovation

Deploying cutting-edge connectivity technology to enable modern research methodologies and support technology adoption in agriculture.

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Outreach

Extending connectivity to remote Agricultural Science Centers and supporting extension programs across New Mexico.

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Workforce Development

Training students in modern agricultural technology and preparing the workforce for precision agriculture careers.

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Research Excellence

Enhancing research capabilities through data-driven decision making and enabling competitive grant applications.

Training Modules

Five comprehensive modules covering everything from basic concepts to advanced deployment and optimization

01
45 min

Introduction to POPs

Understanding Point-of-Presence infrastructure and its role in agricultural research

02
50 min

Solar Power Systems

Managing energy systems, battery monitoring, and troubleshooting power issues

03
60 min

Deployment & Mobility

Safe hitching, site selection, trailer deployment, and relocation procedures

04
55 min

Wireless Alignment

Aligning LiteBeams to sector antennas, optimization, and troubleshooting connectivity

05
40 min

Applications & Impact

Research integration, IoT connectivity, metrics, and alignment with NMSU LEADS 2025

Ready to Get Started?

Begin your POP training journey today and become certified in deployment, management, and optimization.